Contracts Administrator

Al Ashram ContractingDubaigulftalentpublished 10/29/2026

Your tasks

  • Administration of main contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and commercial agreements.
  • Review contract documents, specifications, drawings, schedules, BOQs, and amendments.
  • Maintain records of all contractual documents, correspondence, notices, and submissions.
  • Monitor key contractual dates, obligations, deliverables, and notice requirements.
  • Prepare contract registers, variation registers, claims and other commercial records.
  • Ensure that contractual documentation are readily available for reference and audit purposes.
  • Assist the Commercial Manager and Contracts Manager with contractual and commercial matters.
  • Preparation of variation orders, claims, extensions of time, and other contractual entitlements.
  • Assist in reviewing subcontractor claims, variations, and payment-related documentation.
  • Monitor project correspondence to identify potential contractual or commercial implications.
  • Assist in preparing contractual notices, letters, and responses.
  • Support the preparation of commercial reports for management review.
  • Maintain records relating to variations, delays, disruption, additional costs, and potential claims.
  • Assist in gathering supporting documentation and evidence for claims and contractual submissions.
  • Track the status of submitted variations and claims and follow up with relevant stakeholders.
  • Assist with the preparation, administration, and monitoring of subcontract agreements.
  • Maintain subcontractor documentation, payment records, variations, claims, and notices.
  • Monitor subcontractor compliance with contractual requirements.
  • Coordinate with Quantity Surveyor & Project Engineers regarding subcontractor commercial matters.
  • Prepare regular contractual and commercial reports for the Commercial Manager and senior management.
  • Maintain registers for contracts, variations, claims, notices, insurance, bonds, guarantees, and other contractual requirements.
  • Ensure proper document control and maintain an organized electronic and physical filing system.
  • Follow up with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely submission and closure of contractual matters.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Law, or a related discipline.
  • Professional qualifications or certifications in Contract Management, Quantity Surveying, or Commercial Management would be an advantage.
  • 3–5 years of relevant experience in contract administration within the construction industry.
  • UAE/GCC construction experience is preferred.
  • Experience working for a main contractor, subcontractor, or consultancy is desirable.
  • Experience with FIDIC-based construction contracts is preferred.
  • Experience in managing variations, claims, contractual correspondence, and subcontract administration is an advantage.