Contract Administrator

Overview

A leading contractor is currently looking to recruit an experienced contract administrator to work on a major new project in Riyadh.

• Ensuring compliance with the main contract, including interpretation of FIDIC Red Book 2017 and bespoke conditions.
• Support the Contract and Legal Manager in preparing and issuing contractual correspondence, notices, and reports.
• Track and document variations, claims, and contractual deliverables in coordination with the project team.
• Maintain organized contract records, logs, and registers for change orders, claims, and correspondence.
• Monitor project progress and assist in identifying potential contractual risks or issues and mitigation thereof.
• Support the preparation and submission of interim payment applications and follow up on certifications and payments.
• Assist in drafting and administering subcontracts and supplier agreements, ensuring alignment with main contract terms.
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather documentation and data required for claims, variations, and contractual reporting.
• Participate in meetings with the client and subcontractors as required, supporting the Contract and Legal Manager and other team members.
• Contribute to the contract close-out process, including final accounts and settlement of outstanding claims.

Candidates should have an engineering degree and should have experience of working as a contract administrator on major projects in the middle east.