Airswift has been tasked by one of our key clients to seek a Contract Administrator to join them in Aberdeen, UK on a 12-month contract.

The Contract Administrator is responsible for ensuring that capital and abandonment project contracts are administered in accordance with both the CONTRACT and with the company Procedures and Processes.

Main accountabilities:
• Support the PREs/JREs in the delivery of the project, adhering to the agreed terms within the contracts
• Provide post contract award administration to ensure that the intended contract / purchase order supply is delivered in accordance
with the applicable T's & C's
• Ensure that the various projects follow the company contracting process and good SCM practice to optimise value for the business. This includes maintaining a full audit trail of contracting activities
• Maintain a firm understanding of the threat Cyber Attacks pose in both regular IT (Information Technology) and OT (Operational
Technology / industrial automation) environments and the potential consequences of such attacks
• Interface across Project and Supply Chain Management teams to capitalise on any opportunities for commercial synergies and cost
• Review and update, on a weekly basis, the Procurement Support Register (PSR) in the development and implementation of
procurement plans for each project
• Support with material control, engaging with key users to ensure material requirements are identified before key stage gates
• Ensure that the company contracting processes are followed to optimise value, including ongoing assessment of contractual, financial
and liability risk to the company
• Ensure that all tender clarifications and agreements are included in the contract
• Ensure that all securities (Bank Guarantee, Performance Bonds) and Insurances are in place during the execution of the contract
• Control and monitor all contractual correspondence and documentation process to ensure robust record keeping and audit trail
• Manage any commercial/contractual discussions throughout the project phase, engaging with corporate function (legal, commercial,
tax) as required for support
• Review and manage any milestone payments in accordance with the contract
• Review and process variation orders in accordance with the contract, supporting the PREs/JREs in approval/query/rejection of the variation orders
• Ensure contract compliance is being adhered to with regards to invoicing as per the contract terms and conditions, challenging
contractors for clarifications or credits if required
• Supports the PREs/JREs in any contractor performance issues, contractual or variation disputes
• Ensure the project is systematically closed out and all obligations under the contract have been completed
• Administer any amendments to the contract, supporting and reviewing any uplift to contract or PO values

Requirements:
• HND in Business, Finance or Law
• Post Graduate Diploma or master's degree in Supply Chain Management or Commercial Law
• Working towards or fully qualified Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)
• Experience in Contract Administration of large Contracts (> $100 mm)
• Experience in the Management of Lump Sum Contracts/Incentivised Performance Contracts
• Experience in services contracts within the construction, engineering, oil and gas (preferred) or other resource sector

Excellence, Accountability and Positivity
We are an equal opportunity employer, aiming to recruit, retain and develop our people based on merit. Recognising the value of a diverse workforce, all applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of race, gender, nationality, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.