Senior Contract Engineer / Contract Administrator

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We are seeking a motivated and capable Senior Contract Engineer / Contract Administrator with 5-10 years' relevant experience to support the Engineer in the day-to-day administration of contracts under FIDIC , NEC , and other forms of engineering and construction contracts. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-value and technically complex projects involving major infrastructure, process plants, heavy industrial facilities, mining operations, and major equipment installations. Key Responsibilities • Assist the Engineer in the administration of contracts in accordance with FIDIC, NEC, and other applicable contract conditions. • Prepare, review, and manage contractual correspondence, notices, instructions, determinations, and other formal communications. • Support the assessment and administration of variations, compensation events, claims, and contractual entitlements. • Review and assess Extension of Time (EOT) submissions and provide recommendations to the Engineer. • Assist in the evaluation of delay events and review supporting programme and project records. • Review contractors' submissions for contractual and commercial compliance. • Support payment certification, valuation of works, and final account settlement. • Maintain contract registers, records, and project documentation. • Participate in technical, commercial, and contractual discussions with project management and engineering teams. • Support procurement, tender evaluation, and contract award activities when required. • Prepare reports, recommendations, and presentations for project management. • Assist the Engineer in identifying and mitigating contractual and commercial risks. • Undertake any other duties and assignments necessary to support project delivery and the Engineer's functions. Essential • Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline. • Minimum 5-10 years' experience in contract administration, contract management, commercial management, or quantity surveying roles. • Experience administering FIDIC and/or NEC contracts . • Strong understanding of: • Contract administration • Commercial and cost management • Basic quantity measurement and valuation • Claims and EOT assessment • Contractual correspondence and reporting • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary project team. Preferred • Experience supporting the Engineer under FIDIC contracts. • Knowledge of project scheduling and delay analysis. • Ability to review and understand project programmes. • Familiarity with Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project. • Experience in major infrastructure, mining, energy, industrial, process plant, or natural resources projects. • Professional membership with a recognised engineering, commercial, or quantity surveying institution. Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.  Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please find out more about us at  www.turnerandtownsend.com/ #LI-DA3 Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:  Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recr

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