Contract Administrator FEATURED

ADC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ADC is seeking a Contract Administrator for its KSA project team in Riyadh. You will manage contract lifecycle on construction and EPC projects, drafting correspondence, evaluating variations, and preparing EOT claims to protect commercial interests.

Responsibilities include subcontract drafting, commercial reviews, risk assessment of FIDIC-based documents, and site contract administration with payments and close-out processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level education in civil engineering, QS, or law is required.
• Strong written and verbal English for drafting and client communications.
• Hands-on contract administration with EPC/Construction background.

Responsibilities

• Claims, variations and EOT management with drafting and documentation.
• Draft subcontract agreements and commercial letters; assess risks inFIDIC or bespoke formats.
• Site contract administration including subcontract management, payments, and close-out.

Skills

Contract drafting

EOT & claims management

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor’s degree in Law

Job description

# Contract AdministratorWe are seeking a Contract Administrator to join our KSA project team. You will manage the contract lifecycle on our construction and EPC projects, ensuring terms compliance and protecting commercial interests. The role requires hands-on experience in drafting correspondence, managing variations, assessing EOTs, and compiling claims. You will coordinate with project managers, procurement, and clients to support successful delivery.#### **1. Claims, Variations & EOT Management*** **Claims Administration:** Assist in identifying, drafting, and managing commercial claims and counter-claims; compile supporting documentation to resolve disputes.* **Variation Orders:** Evaluate scope changes and site instructions. Quantify financial and time impacts, prepare variation packages, and track approvals.* **Extension of Time (EOT):** Collaborate with planning engineers to review delay analyses and draft robust EOT claims.#### **2. Contract Drafting & Commercial Review*** **Drafting:** Draft clear subcontractor agreements, bespoke amendments, work orders, and formal commercial letters to clients and vendors.* **Risk Assessment:** Review contract documents (particularly **FIDIC** or bespoke formats) to identify potential commercial risks and liabilities.#### **3. Site Contract Administration*** **Subcontract Management:** Administer subcontract agreements, monitor progress, evaluate payment applications, and manage back-charges.* **Compliance & Close-Out:** Ensure all commercial activities comply with project procedures and client requirements. Oversee final accounts and the contract close-out process.#### Requirements* **Education:** Bachelor’s Degree in **Civil Engineering**, Quantity Surveying, Law, or a related discipline (essential for technical contract administration).* **Experience:** **6 to 10 years** of hands-on experience in contract administration.* **Industry Background:** Proven experience working directly with a **Main EPC Contractor** or **Construction company**.* **Skills:** Strong command of written and spoken English (crucial for contract drafting and formal letters). Familiarity with **FIDIC standards** is highly preferred.* **Location:** Based in KSA with a transferable Iqama is preferred.### Contract AdministratorConstruction / Site Management / InfrastructureRiyadh**Experience:** 7-10 years