Contract Administrator

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the administration of the prime contract and subcontracts on different projects.
• Ensures that the award and administration of contracts on projects are carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitors the performance of awarded subcontracts, checking and agreeing on the accuracy of monthly payment applications during the life of the subcontract and at the completion of the work.
• Reviews the accuracy and adequacy of the contract and its integral documents, such as BOQs, VO, change order and specifications.
• Formulates change orders to existing subcontracts for changes in scope and/or pricing.
• To assist in reviewing and settling any claims that subcontractors may raise.
• To assist in contract aspects for planning management.
• Review payment certification.
• Prepares variation change to change controls.
• Define process regulations up to change impact.
• Monitors on claim submittal.
• Articulate and manages all contract details.

Qualification, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• Must have Bachelors Degree in Quantity Surveying from a reputable University.
• Technical and practical knowledge of all phases of contract development, award, administration and close-out relating to a multi-discipline construction project.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in quantity survey functions for contracting industry operations.
• Knowledgeable of current industry and technical developments.
• Formal qualifications/affiliations to RICS, IQS, ICES or CIOB.
• Strong working knowledge of administering FIDIC or ICE and other similar contract formulation standards.
• Proven track record with recognized international standard companies, particularly in Middle East operations and projects, preferably in KSA.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with excellent command of English.
• Excellent communication skills in Arabic, especially in dealing with Arabic Contracts
• Capability to accept responsibilities and accomplish project objectives in a timely manner.
• Supervision level experience in the field of quantity survey and contract administration.
• Computer literate, especially with Microsoft Word and Excel.

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