Contract Manager / Senior Contract Administrator

Job description / Role

Currently looking an experienced Contract Manager/Senior Contract Administrator for my client based in Jeddah. My client are a tier one contracting company and the responsibilities for the role are below:

• Formulate, draft, revise and/or amend subcontracts and PO’s.
• Handle (including drafting, initiating and responding to) contractual correspondences, such as letters, notifications, emails etc.
• Prepare, defend and follow up EOT and compensation claims.
• Handle variation orders from identification to settlement.
• Handle, report and follow up bonds, guarantees and other securities.
• Follow up and coordinate with the legal team for legal issues.
• Prepare regular reports for critical issues, claims, variations, risks, bottlenecks and other contractual matters.
• Carry out activities related to contracts and subcontracts administration.
• Ensure the organization’s internal contractual documents are accurate and well maintained.
• Provide support, advice and guidance to the technical, construction and other project members.

Requirements

• BSc Degree in Engineering or Quantity Surveying and have a minimum of 15 years experience.
• Professional Membership such as RICS, and training in construction contract law are required.
• Proven claims background.
• More into Contracts Administration Management than Commercial Management.
• Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb)- Preferable
• Member of Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB)- Preferable
• Associate Member of Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (Assoc RIC)

About the Company

Ignite Search & Selection is a leading Recruitment Agency in the Middle East. Ignite's team of specialist recruiters now works across a range of sectors including Legal, Digital/Technology, Retail/FMCG, Construction and Engineering.

We pride ourselves on given both clients and candidates expert market knowledge in our chosen sectors. We value getting a detailed understanding of our clients and candidates expectations to find the perfect fit for all parties.