Administrator

About Dar

Dar, a founding member of the Sidara group, is an international multidisciplinary consulting organization. The company specializes in engineering, architecture, planning, environment, project management, facilities management, and economics. Sidara operates in 60 countries with 20,500 professionals, connecting people, places, and communities through innovative solutions to complex challenges. Dar delivers projects from inception through completion, empowering communities worldwide.

The Role of Contracts Administrator

Dar is seeking a Contracts Administrator to join its team in Riyadh. This full-time role involves the formation, administration, and management of contracts and subcontracts throughout the project lifecycle. The administrator will ensure compliance with contractual requirements, applicable regulations, and project procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the formation and administration of contracts and subcontracts, including pre-qualification, bid request preparation, bid evaluation, contract award, and post-award administration.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.
• Administer back charges, variations, change orders, claims, and contractual disputes.
• Review, evaluate, and negotiate change orders and contract amendments.
• Prepare and manage contractual correspondence, notices, and supporting documentation.
• Support the resolution of claims and disputes in accordance with contract provisions.
• Manage prime contracts as well as subcontract formation and administration.
• Coordinate contractual matters with engineering, construction, commercial, and project management teams.
• Ensure compliance with applicable contracting practices, government and commercial procurement regulations, policies, procedures, and work practices.
• Maintain proper contract records and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support planning and scheduling activities related to contractual requirements and obligations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience as a Senior Contracts Administrator on major projects.
• Strong experience in contract and subcontract formation and administration within the engineering and construction industry.
• Demonstrated experience in pricing, contract law, contract drafting, claims, change orders, and contract negotiations.
• Thorough knowledge of prime contract administration and subcontracting procedures for multidisciplinary construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of government and commercial procurement regulations and contracting practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working in Saudi Arabia is preferred.

Company Values

Dar is committed to a culture shaped by core values including Excellence, Responsibility, Empowerment, Connectivity, and Courage. The company seeks individuals with a gift for crafting solutions and a passion for learning and innovation.