CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION EXPERT

Company Description
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Company Name: Atkins

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

Assisting in the administration of the O&M Contracts, undertaking commercial activities, and preparing documentation to assist the organization in negotiations of the most-complex contractual issues. Ensuring liaison with the required departments to ensure compliance with any legal, financial, and corporate protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Responsible for the accurate administration of Contracts and the timely execution of the applicable clauses as required.
• Drafting contractual reports and correspondence.
• Liaison with the Contracts Administrator and Claims Manager to ensure aligned actions in compliance with the Contract.
• Ensuring the O&M Contractors fulfilment of all contractual obligations in accordance with the Contract.
• Provision of all the technical data to the Contract Administrator.
• Preparation of contractual presentations.
• Chairing contractual progress meetings.
• Overseeing the maintenance of change and claim logs.
• Participating in contractual negotiations.
• Ensuring that all Project departments understand and adhere to the contractual obligations.
• Attendance of commercial meetings.
• Dispute resolution participation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree required in relevant field.
• A minimum of 7 years’ experience
• Experience in Middle East for a minimum of 3 years.
• Professional Membership with a recognized institution e.g., MRICS, MCIARB

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Proven track record of experience in complex projects/contracts.
• Experience in administering and managing various forms of Contract including standard form and bespoke.
• Experience in the Railway industry is a must.
• Knowledge of Operations and Maintenance Contracts
• Knowledge and understanding of the legal requirements involved in specific contracts.
• Experience in managing certification of contractor’s payment applications.

SKILLS & APTITUDES

• Team working and Interpersonal skills
• Drafting of formal correspondence and presentations
• Dispute avoidance/resolution skills
• Analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills

ADDITIONAL PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

• Good written and spoken English
• Ability to communicate in Arabic (Preferred)
• Competence in Project Management IT systems e.g., MS Office, Primavera

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Integrity
• High standard of service
• Promoting trust
• Respectful
• Taking responsibility