Contract Administration Manager (Senior Contracts Administrator) - Parsons International Limited

ROLE SUMMARY:



The Contracts Administrator will play an active full-time role over five years on the Riyadh Metro project. The role is based in the Head Office in Riyadh but some travel will be required within Riyadh to scrutinize actual progress on site.



This major rail project requires a senior level professional with a successful track record of construction contract negotiations and claim management. The Contract Administrator will be responsible for the strategic oversight and managerial direction in contractual matters.



Under the direction of the Package Manager duties will include: managing and overseeing; reviewing and recommending revisions to, and approving all required contractual documentation; review contractual terms and conditions for compliance with prescribed procurement requirements; conducting fee negotiations and drafting and revising policies and operating guidelines as necessary.



The chosen candidate will have proven experience and achievement in the management of the contractual aspects of large complex projects. You will also have evidence of successful negotiations of substantial claims and variations.





KEY DUTIES:



Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

• Play a leading and pivotal role in supporting the project executives, leaders and project managers in monitoring and controlling the performance of contracted services to ensure services are effective, meet statutory requirements and deliver the desired outcomes



• Coordinating on all matters concerning contract administration, claims, disputes, contract interpretation and cost analysis



• Developing, implementing and managing systems and procedures for the monitoring of external and internal contracts to ensure that contractual compliance issues are resolved timely & effectively



• Recommending on construction contract procurement and types of underlying contracts and agreements



• Driving continuous improvement of commercial processes through refining contract formulation activities, systems and procedures



• Identifying potential claims, checking for compliance with applicable contractual terms and ensuring effective negotiation and settlement of claims



• Preparing claims to negotiate with contractors, including the calculation of losses incurred through defaults on contractual obligations. Formulating suggestions to remedy failure to meet contractual obligations



• Financial budget supervision and ensuring the cost-effectiveness and value for money of contracts are other key tasks



• Managing a team of experienced Contract Administration staff

Job Details

Date Posted:	2014-01-05
Job Location:	Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Role:	Engineering
Company Industry:	Construction; Engineering; Construction/Civil Engineering

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Career Level:	Management
Gender:	Male

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Date Posted: January 05, 2014 at 12:49PM

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Contract Administration Manager (Senior Contracts Administrator) - Parsons International Limited