Contracts Officer

Responsibilities:

The Contracts Officer is responsible for overseeing commercial and contractual aspects related to the main contract and subcontracts, managing any commercial and contractual risk relating to the project. He/ She reports to the Project Manager and/ or the Department Head.

• Provides contractual support to the project through all stages: construction, subcontracting, completion and hand-over.
• Proactively engages in continuous improvement and review of existing processes, systems and policies that may support the project’s contract management and administration.
• Manages contractual claims, disputes, settlements and resolution
• Possesses interpersonal skills to manage internal and external stakeholders, thinks strategically and critically, exercising judgement after consideration for all aspects.
• Possesses analytical and problem-solving skills.

Requirements:

• Degree in the Built Environment or related fields.
• Must be conversant and have in-depth knowledge of PSSCOC. Familiarity with SIA, REDAS, and NEC would be an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in contract negotiation, administration and management.
• A high level of integrity, dependability with a strong sense of urgency and result oriented