Job Overview:

The Contracts Administrator is responsible for the management and administration of contracts in construction projects. This includes maintaining accurate contract records, ensuring compliance with contract terms, and supporting the Contracts Manager in contract negotiation and execution.

Key Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (preferred); PRC Licensed Civil Engineer is an advantage.
At least 5 years of experience as a Contracts Administrator, Contracts Engineer, or Quantity Surveyor in construction projects on the contractor's side.

Key Roles:

Review, analyze, and administer contract agreements
Prepare, review, and submit contractual correspondence, including notices, response letters, Extension of Time (EOT) requests, claims, and other formal communications to clients and subcontractors.
Identify contractual risks, assess claims entitlements, and provide commercial and contractual guidance to the Project Management Team (PMT).
Manage the preparation and documentation of cost proposals for Change Orders (CO), Variation Orders (VO), claims, and EOT submissions for client approval.
Lead the evaluation, negotiation, and resolution of contractual disputes, claims, COs, and VOs with clients and subcontractors.
Prepare and present weekly commercial and contractual status reports to management, highlighting claims, COs/VOs, contractual risks, and the respective obligations of the contractor and client.
Lead client meetings to discuss contractual matters, resolve project concerns, and facilitate timely commercial decisions.
Monitor contractual obligations, key milestones, and notice requirements to protect the company's commercial interests.
Support project close-out by ensuring all contractual deliverables, final accounts, claims, and variations are properly documented and settled.
Strong knowledge of construction contract administration, claims management, Extension of Time (EOT), Change Orders (CO), Variation Orders (VO), and Billings.
Experience with standard forms of contract (e.g., FIDIC, NEC, or other applicable local/international contract forms) is an advantage.

Contract Administrator

Contract & Compliance Administrator