Introduction

We are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator to support the successful delivery of large-scale Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) projects. This role serves as a key point of contact for contract administration, contract compliance, and contract risk management throughout the project lifecycle.

What are you going to do 

  • Administer complex construction, EPC, procurement, and service agreements throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Monitor contract compliance and identify potential contractual risks, issues, and obligations.
  • Review contract provisions and escalate commercial or legal concerns to appropriate stakeholders.
  • Support the implementation and maintenance of contract management procedures and controls.
  • Ensure contractual requirements are understood and adhered to by internal and external stakeholders.
  • Assist in maintaining contract registers, records, and documentation systems.

Change Management

  • Track and administer change orders, amendments, variations, and contractual modifications.
  • Maintain detailed change order logs and associated supporting documentation.
  • Coordinate with project teams to evaluate the commercial and contractual impacts of proposed changes.
  • Support negotiations and documentation of change requests and contract amendments.

  • Assist in minimizing contract disputes, claims, delays, and commercial exposure.
  • Monitor project activities against contractual commitments and baseline schedules.
  • Identify potential risks and support the development of mitigation strategies.
  • Create and maintain contract case files, correspondence logs, and issue-tracking records.
  • Support dispute resolution efforts through accurate documentation and contract analysis.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Serve as a liaison between project management, procurement, legal, finance, project controls, and external contractors.
  • Facilitate meetings related to contractual performance, compliance, and issue resolution.
  • Coordinate the review and response of contractual correspondence.
  • Escalate critical contractual and commercial matters to Contract Managers and Commercial Leads as appropriate.
  • Draft contractual notices, formal correspondence, meeting minutes, and administrative documentation.
  • Prepare and maintain contracting plans and contract administration reports.
  • Track contractor deliverables and ensure timely completion of contractual obligations.
  • Support document production requests, audits, investigations, and records management activities.
  • Monitor project burn rates and collaborate with project controls and accounts payable teams to ensure alignment with project objectives.

Process Improvement

  • Support the development and implementation of contract management best practices.
  • Contribute to the enhancement of contract administration tools, workflows, and systems.
  • Assist in maintaining contract management databases and reporting platforms.
  • Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Finance, or a related field.
  • Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Experience

  • Minimum of 7 years of contract administration experience in a fast-paced corporate or project environment.
  • Experience supporting large construction, infrastructure, industrial, energy, renewable energy, EPC, or capital project programs preferred.
  • Strong understanding of commercial contracts, construction agreements, service agreements, and change order processes.
  • Experience managing high-value and high-risk contracts throughout project execution.
  • Familiarity with contractual risk allocation, compliance monitoring, and claims avoidance practices.

Required Skills & Competencies

  • Strong ability to read, interpret, and administer complex commercial agreements.
  • Understanding of contract lifecycle management and contract governance.
  • Knowledge of construction project delivery methodologies and commercial controls.
  • Ability to identify contractual risks and recommend practical solutions.

What we offer

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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