Senior Contracts Administrator

Project / Entity: Wadi Yemm

Role Level: PMC Level

Experience Level: 10–15+ Years

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Contracts Administrator to join the PMC team for the Wadi Yemm project. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience managing complex multi-package, multi-contractor environments, preferably with top-tier PMC, consultancy, or Tier 1 contractor organizations. You will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end contract administration, leading contractual correspondence, managing variations and notices, and safeguarding the project’s legal and financial interests.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Administration & Management: Oversee all daily contract administration activities across multiple work packages and contractors in accordance with project governance and contract terms.
  

• Contractual Correspondence: Draft, review, and manage formal contractual letters, emails, notices, and documentation with precision and accuracy.
  

• Claims & Dispute Management: Manage claim procedures, evaluate contractor submittals/notices, analyze contractual entitlement, and support dispute resolution strategies.
  

• Variation & Change Control: Track, evaluate, negotiate, and process contract variations, scope changes, and cost adjustments.
  

• Progress & Planning Oversight: Work alongside planning teams with a solid understanding of baseline schedules (Primavera P6) to analyze time impact assessments and extension of time (EOT) requests.
  

• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the key contractual point of contact between PMC, clients, consultants, and Tier 1 contractors.
  

Requirements

Education & Qualifications

• Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management.
  

The role does not strictly require an engineering degree; however, a strong construction or quantity surveying background is essential for effective contract administration.

• Preferred Education: Diploma or specialized training in Contracts Management or Construction Law.
  

• Acceptable Alternative: Demonstrable, strong hands-on contracts administration experience may substitute for advanced formal education.
  

Certifications & Training

• PMP (Project Management Professional): Advantageous
  

• Claims Management / Contract Law Courses: Preferred
  

• Primavera P6: Basic understanding / working knowledge is an advantage
  

Experience Requirements

• Total Experience: 10 to 15+ years of relevant industry experience in construction and contract administration.
  

• Industry Background: Strong preference for candidates who have worked with PMC / Consultancies or Tier 1 Contractors.
  

• Environment: Direct hands-on experience in multi-package and multi-contractor environments is essential.
  

Typical Career Progression Profile:

• 0–5 years: Contracts / Quantity Surveying (QS) Engineer
  

• 5–10 years: Contracts Engineer
  

• 10–15+ years: Senior Contracts Administrator
  

Key Competencies & Soft Skills

• Contractual Acumen: Deep understanding of standard conditions of contract, notices/claims procedures, and variation tracking.
  

• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with expertise in drafting clear, assertive, and formal contractual correspondence.
  

• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to documentation, record-keeping, and audit trails.
  

• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to assess risks, commercial impacts, and complex contractual claims.