Contract Administrator

Parsons; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a Contract Administrator to oversee contract functions and provide legal guidance. The role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance, and advising on contractual matters. Join a diverse workplace that values growth and opportunity.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in contract award, negotiation, and administration.
• 10 years of experience in contract management, preferably in construction.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and managing Contract Administrators.
• Preparing contractual correspondence across departments.
• Leading meetings to resolve disputes and discuss legal issues.

Skills

Contract Management

Negotiation

Legal Guidance

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

J.D. in Law

Tools

Word Processing

Spreadsheets

Analytical Software Tools

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a talented Contract Administrator to join our team. In this role, you will manage all contract administration functions, supervise and provide legal guidance to Contract Administrators and support staff within the Construction Department. Your responsibilities include protecting Soudah and company interests in contractual matters, ensuring compliance with policies, and maintaining legal and contractual adherence.

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Supervising and managing Contract Administrators, providing technical legal guidance daily.
2. Preparing and assisting in contractual correspondence across departments.
3. Leading meetings with internal and external parties to resolve disputes and discuss legal issues.
4. Reviewing work of Contract Administrators for quality, compliance, and law adherence.
5. Planning contract activities, including post-award schedules.
6. Recommending policies and procedures updates.
7. Participating in personnel selection, training, and evaluation.
8. Advising management on contractual matters and leading contract negotiations and claims management at the project level.
9. Assisting in presentations to senior management.
10. Performing contract administration duties and post-award negotiations.
11. Coordinating the Change Evaluation Committee.
12. Serving as Acting Manager of the Contracting Section as needed.
13. Performing additional duties assigned by the Director of Construction and Section Manager.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Science, or J.D. in Law, with five (5) years' experience in contract award, negotiation, and administration.
2. Ten (10) years of experience in contract management, preferably in construction.
3. Knowledge of standard contract forms (FIDIC/JCT).
4. Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and analytical software tools.

Parsons values diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

We invest in our employees’ wellbeing and offer endless growth opportunities. Aim for the stars—imagine next and join Parsons today!

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