Contract Administrator at Parsons Corporation

Doha, , Qatar -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract administration, FIDIC, Construction management, Quantity surveying, Claims management, Dispute resolution, Contractual correspondence, Change orders, Risk management, Project lifecycle management, Negotiation, Report writing, Infrastructure projects, Commercial awareness, Document control, Stakeholder management

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Job Description: Contract Administrator Qatar Parsons is seeking a highly capable Contracts Administrator to join our team! In this role, you will support major construction and infrastructure projects by administering prime contracts, managing contractual correspondence, and assisting with the resolution of variations, claims, and disputes. You will help ensure that all contract administration activities comply with project requirements, Parsons’ procedures, client standards, and international forms of contract, including FIDIC. What You’ll Be Doing: Administering post-award prime contracts for construction and infrastructure projects in accordance with contractual terms, conditions, and project requirements. Supporting the management of contractual matters throughout the project lifecycle, including variations, change orders, claims, extensions of time, and final accounts. Reviewing and interpreting contract terms and conditions, identifying contractual rights, obligations, risks, and opportunities. Preparing and responding to contractual notices, letters, and formal correspondence in line with contract requirements and time-bar provisions. Assisting in the evaluation and negotiation of variations, claims, and change orders submitted by contractors, consultants, and suppliers. Supporting the preparation and defense of claims and the management of disputes, including collection and organization of supporting documentation and records. Monitoring contractor performance against key contractual requirements, including deliverables, milestones, progress, and compliance with obligations. Coordinating with project management, commercial, engineering, and site supervision teams to identify, document, and resolve contractual issues. Maintaining well-organized, up-to-date contract records, including contracts, amendments, variations, correspondence, meeting minutes, and claims/variation registers. Assisting in the preparation of internal reports and summaries on contract status, variations, claims, and commercial exposure for management review. Providing guidance to project teams on basic contractual interpretations and Parsons’ contract administration procedures. Participating in project, commercial, and progress meetings with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders as required. Supporting the administration of multiple contracts concurrently and ensuring timely follow-up on all contractual matters. What Required Skills You’ll Bring: Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution, preferably with chartered or professional status. Strong consultants’ QS/commercial background. 12 years of experience in prime contract administration for construction and infrastructure projects, including exposure to claims and disputes, preferably in the Gulf / Middle East region. 5 years of experience in a similar capacity with design and supervision consultancy firms supporting large construction and infrastructure projects. Demonstrated post-award contract administration experience. Working knowledge of industry business practices and the negotiation of prime design/build and construction contracts. Proven working knowledge of FIDIC forms of contract and familiarity with other international forms related to design/build, consultancy, and construction contracts. Solid understanding of construction contract administration, including terms and conditions, legal issues, and the ability to interpret and understand contracts. Proficiency in English, both written and spoken. Strong written communication skills, including the ability to draft clear contractual correspondence and reports. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and internal teams. Working knowledge of PC software typically associated with contract administration (e.g., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and document/contract management systems). Organized with effective problem-solving and negotiation skills. Proven ability to work as part of a specialist consultant team and to operate with minimal supervision. Experience administering multiple contracts at any one time and managing competing priorities. What Desired Skills You’ll Bring: First-class interpersonal, negotiation, report-writing, and communication skills. Experience interpreting contracts and dealing with variations, conflicts, claims, disputes, and other contractual issues on large projects. Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Excellent attention to detail with a meticulous approach to documentation and record-keeping. Positive, proactive, and solutions-oriented work attitude. Experience supporting or coordinating formal dispute resolution processes (e.g., mediation, adjudication, arbitration). Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the cost and risk implications of contractual positions. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/. Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Responsibilities

The Contract Administrator will manage prime contracts for construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and project requirements. They will also handle contractual correspondence, variations, claims, and disputes while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.