Contracts Administration Engineer

Job Purpose: (Why does the job exist?)

For the effective development and expansion of an in-house Contracts Department to support ZODCON.

Person Specifications: (Minimum attributes for the job holder to be effective in this job)

Basic Academic Qualification

• BS Degree in Engineering.

Preferred Academic Qualification

• Engineering degree; BS.

Technical Certifications

• With relevant and updated Continuing Professional Education/Training/Development in Contracts and Contract Law

Age

• 25-40 Years

Experience

• Minimum 08 years post-qualification/post-graduate experience of which 03 years in contracting field.

Specific Industry Experience

• Experience with FIDIC and/or NEC or other industry related contracts and contracting methods and arbitration is essential.
• Experience in contract administration, claims and disputes in Construction, Design & Build, EPC and EPCM environments.
• Experience in contract administration of major building, infrastructure and industrial related projects with either an engineering company, employers or contractors
• Experience in and clear understanding of contracts, insurances and applicable laws

Computer Skills

• MSOffice, i.e. Word, Excel, PPT, Visio, MS Project; Knowledge of Primavera will be an advantage

Language Proficiency

• English (Arabic is a plus)

Personal Competencies

• The ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
• The ability to effectively meet work deadlines

Technical Competencies

• An expert knowledge and understanding of construction and related issues.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Keen commercial awareness
• Strong math and IT skills
• Excellent analytical problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation.

Work Environment & Physical Effort

Saudi Arabia based with capability to travel internationally