Project Contract Administrator

Bonatti; Parma; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bonatti is seeking a Contract Administrator to join the team for a new Pipeline Project in Central Italy. The role focuses on supporting the Project Management Team in all contractual and commercial matters, ensuring proper administration of the contract and protection of the company's interests during execution.

The candidate will draft, review, and manage contractual communications, monitor obligations and milestones, and coordinate with site teams and legal functions to mitigate risks and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Law, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in contract administration, contract management, or commercial management on pipeline, infrastructure, construction, EPC, energy, or oil & gas projects.
• On-site project experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Management in the administration and execution of the Client Contract.
• Monitor contractual obligations, milestones, and deliverables to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Provide contractual guidance to site and project teams on interpretation and application of contract provisions.
• Draft, review, and manage contractual correspondence with Client, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Assist in preparation and management of variation orders, claims, notices, extensions of time, and other contractual entitlements.
• Identify contractual risks and opportunities, proposing mitigation and recovery actions.
• Maintain comprehensive records of contractual events, communications and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with project controls, planning, procurement, construction, and legal to align on contractual matters.
• Assist in dispute avoidance and resolution processes and negotiations as required.
• Prepare contractual reports and provide regular updates to Project Management on key issues.

Skills

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Law, Economics or related

Job description

We are currently looking for a Contract Administrator to join our team on a new Pipeline Project in Central Italy.

The selected candidate will be responsible for supporting the Project Management Team in all contractual and commercial matters throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring the proper administration of the Contract and the protection of the Company's interests during project execution.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Management in the administration and execution of the Client Contract.
• Monitor contractual obligations, key milestones, and project deliverables, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.
• Provide contractual guidance to site and project teams regarding the interpretation and application of contract provisions.
• Draft, review, and manage contractual correspondence with the Client, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Support the preparation and management of variation orders, claims, notices, extensions of time, and other contractual entitlements.
• Identify contractual risks and opportunities, proposing mitigation and recovery actions where necessary.
• Maintain comprehensive records of contractual events, communications, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with project controls, planning, procurement, construction, and legal functions to ensure alignment on contractual matters.
• Assist in dispute avoidance and resolution processes, supporting negotiations and amicable settlements when required.
• Prepare contractual reports and provide regular updates to Project Management on key contractual issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Law, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in contract administration, contract management, or commercial management within pipeline, infrastructure, construction, EPC, energy, or oil & gas projects.
• Previous experience on site-based projects is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of contract administration principles and claims management processes.
• Fluent in Italian and English.
• Availability to work on site and travel as required by the project.

Work Location:

Central Italy

This position is open to candidates of all genders, in full compliance with Legislative Decree No. 198/2006 and subsequent amendments, and Legislative Decrees No. 215 and No. 216 of 2003 on equal treatment. We are committed to promoting an inclusive work environment and respecting gender diversity. Interested parties are invited to consult the privacy notice in accordance with EU Regulation 679/2016 (GDPR), available at the following address: https://www.bonattinternational.com/privacy-policy