Senior Contracts Administrator

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP seeks a Senior Contract Administrator in Riyadh for a high-rise project. This pivotal role involves managing contract activities, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with various teams to maintain project integrity. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in construction contract management, particularly in the Middle East, and have strong negotiation and communication skills.

Benefits

First-class medical cover

Paid professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in large-scale construction projects preferred.
• Solid understanding of FIDIC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all post-contract activities for the project.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and policies.
• Collaborate with project managers to resolve contractual issues.

Skills

Contract Management

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Professional certifications (MRICS or equivalent)

Job description

""Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise and working on projects that transform society for all of us WSP is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Contract Administrator to join our team in Riyadh for a prestigious high-rise project. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in contract management and administration within the construction and consultancy industry, specifically in large-scale building or infrastructure projects.""Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, ideally within a consultancy or project management environment.
- Experience working on high-rise or large-scale building projects in the Middle East is preferred.
- Solid understanding of FIDIC contracts and regional contract practices.
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Professional certifications such as MRICS or equivalent are an advantage.

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, paid professional subscriptions.

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Responsibilities

- Oversee and manage all post-contract activities for the high-rise development project.
- Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
- Monitor and manage contractual correspondence, variations, claims, and disputes.
- Collaborate with project managers, commercial teams, and legal counsel to resolve contractual issues.
- Review and assess payment applications, invoices, and progress claims.
- Assist in the negotiation and resolution of claims and disputes.
- Maintain and organize contract documentation, registers, and records.
- Prepare reports on contract performance and commercial risk analysis.
- Interface with the client and contractors to ensure transparent and timely communication.