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About the Opportunity

Dar Al Riyadh is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to manage and oversee construction and consultancy contracts for major infrastructure and building projects. This full-time role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring contractual compliance, managing all contract documentation, supporting commercial matters, and providing essential contractual advice across the entire project lifecycle. This position requires extensive experience within a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) environment and a strong understanding of FIDIC Contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer construction and consultancy contracts from project award through close-out.
• Interpret contract terms, conditions, and obligations to ensure contractual compliance.
• Prepare, review, and manage contractual correspondence, notices, and reports.
• Maintain comprehensive contract registers, documentation, and records.
• Review contractor submissions, variations, claims, and Extension of Time (EOT) requests.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Commercial, Planning, Cost Control, and Legal teams on contractual matters.
• Monitor contractual risks and recommend effective mitigation strategies.
• Support change management and variation order processes.
• Ensure compliance with project procedures, client requirements, and company policies.
• Participate in commercial meetings and provide contractual recommendations.
• Assist in contract negotiations and dispute avoidance/resolution.
• Support contract close-out, final accounts, and project completion documentation.
• Ensure proper administration of contracts in accordance with FIDIC Conditions of Contract and industry best practices.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Contract Administration.
• Minimum 5 years of experience within a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) environment.
• Proven experience on large-scale infrastructure, transportation, roads, utilities, mixed-use, or building projects.
• Strong experience administering contracts under FIDIC Conditions of Contract.

Preferred Attributes

• Previous experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is highly preferred.

About Dar Al Riyadh

Dar Al Riyadh is a leading firm involved in major infrastructure and building projects across the region. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to significant developments in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.