Contract Administrator

Makati Development Corporation; Makati; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector seeks a Contracts Manager to oversee contract administration and ensure compliance with FIDIC standards. The role includes managing contractual negotiations, financial oversight, and collaboration with stakeholders to mitigate risks and ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Expertise in FIDIC contracts and liability management.
• Strong negotiation skills and understanding of contract law.
• Experience in managing subcontractor and supplier compliance.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and execute contracts ensuring compliance.
• Manage contract negotiations, claims, and dispute resolutions.
• Oversee financial aspects of contracts including payments.

Skills

Contract Administration

Compliance with FIDIC

Contract Negotiation

Risk Management

Job description

The Contracts Manager will oversee contract administration throughout the lifecycle of the project, ensuring strict compliance with FIDIC contract conditions and safeguarding the interests of all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review and execute contracts
• Administer and ensure compliance with FIDIC contracts, focusing on liability, performance, workmanship, and risk allocation
• Manage contract negotiations, claims, variations, extensions of time, and dispute resolution strategies
• Collaborate with project teams to address design changes, procurement challenges, site-specific risks, unforeseen conditions, and Owner’s instructions
• Ensure subcontractors and suppliers meet safety, quality, and warranty requirements
• Oversee the financial aspects of contracts, including progress payments, retention, and cost control
• Serve as the primary point of contact for contractual communications with the Owner, consultants, suppliers, subcontractors
• Provide guidance on the Defects Liability Period, warranties, and maintenance obligations
• Coordinate legal and regulatory compliance with relevant experts
• Implement Parent Company Guarantees (PCGs), performance bonds, and other contractual protections to mitigate risks