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About the Role

OHLA Group is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to manage the contractual and commercial aspects of construction and civil engineering projects in Umluj, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. This role is central to comprehensive contract administration, claims management, ensuring contract compliance, overseeing change management, and supporting dispute resolution. The successful candidate will ensure strict adherence to all project contractual obligations.

A deep understanding of the Saudi Arabian construction market and extensive experience with FIDIC contract conditions are required. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in preparing, evaluating, and negotiating a wide range of contractual claims, demonstrating expertise in both technical and commercial contract management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all contractual and commercial aspects of construction and civil engineering projects.
• Administer contracts effectively, ensuring compliance with all terms and conditions.
• Oversee and manage all types of contractual claims, including Extension of Time (EOT), Prolongation, Disruption, Acceleration, Variation and Change Order, Loss and Expense, Additional Cost, and Delay and Disruption claims.
• Prepare, review, evaluate, and negotiate all submitted contractual claims.
• Ensure the timely submission of all required contractual notices in strict accordance with FIDIC requirements.
• Assess the entitlement, causation, and quantum of claims.
• Coordinate with planning, engineering, procurement, and site teams to gather essential supporting documentation for claims and contract management.
• Manage and administer contract compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee and document all project changes and variations.
• Provide support and documentation for dispute resolution processes as needed.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive contract correspondence and commercial reporting.

Qualifications and Experience

• Extensive experience in the Saudi Arabian construction market.
• Proven expertise in preparing, evaluating, and negotiating various types of claims.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze contractual entitlement and assess project impact.
• Strong knowledge of project planning and delay analysis techniques.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Contract Administration
• Claims Management
• Contract Compliance
• Change Management
• Dispute Resolution Support
• Comprehensive knowledge of FIDIC Contract Conditions (Red Book, Yellow Book, Silver Book, and related forms)
• Expertise in Extension of Time (EOT) Claims, Prolongation Claims, Disruption Claims, Acceleration Claims, Variation and Change Order Claims, Loss and Expense Claims, Additional Cost Claims, and Delay and Disruption Claims
• Proficiency in issuing and managing contractual notices
• Strong understanding of Saudi construction laws, regulations, and industry practices
• Expertise in contract negotiation
• Proficiency in project planning and delay analysis techniques
• Excellent contract correspondence and commercial reporting skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with contract management systems

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time position located in Umluj, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.