General Description of Role and Responsibilities:
Ensure that the requirements of the contract documents are implemented and maintained throughout the contract period.
Assist in reviewing contractual notices of claims and providing contractual advice to Engineering in their administration of the Construction Contract.
Interact with the Client representatives, the Project Management Consultant, and relevant Contractors in respect of all contractual matters.
Taking the lead in drafting commercial terms for design engineering and/or construction services for approval by the Project Director and the Client.
Review all contract documents to ensure congruity and minimize patent and latent ambiguities.
Assist with the administration of ongoing Contracts, including monitoring Contractor and commission compliance with the Contract Documents.
Prepare correspondence and maintain records necessary to ensure the effective administration of all Contractual matters.
Facilitate the preparation of Contract change and prepare the relevant variation orders.
Facilitate the contract close-out procedures to ensure that all terms and conditions of contracts have been complied with before final payment to the Contractor.
Ensure that all contractual procedures are implemented and maintained.
Assist in all contractual matters.
Assist in the review of Contractors claims according to the provisions of the Conditions of Contract and ensure the Client's interests are protected.
Ensure all warranties, bonds, insurance guarantees, etc., are in place maintained, and updated in accordance with the Contract and in compliance with the Client's requirements.
Assist the Estimation and Project Control teams with respect to contractual implications of change orders.
Assist in the preparation of Monthly Progress Reports.
Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of the Engineer's Instructions Variation Orders and Claim Logs.
Attends Commercial Meetings and records minutes of meetings.
Familiarize himself with the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals, and Procedures within Hill International, and ensure continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.
Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or equivalent.
Must have a minimum of 12 years experience in procurement and process well-regarded.
Membership to RICS, CIOB, or equivalent is desirable.
Strong background and understanding of FIDIC forms of Contract, particularly design & build.
Knowledgeable in all contractual & legal matters relevant to the industry, including claim management. Great leadership and organizational skills.
Excellent command of written and spoken English.
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