We are seeking a Contract Administrator to support the execution phase of a large-scale industrial construction project. The role will be based on-site and will report directly to the Contract Manager and Project Manager.
The Contract Administrator will play a central role in the contractual, administrative, and financial management of construction contracts, ensuring compliance, performance monitoring, claims management, and proper documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Contract Type: Service Contract
Location: Grandpuits (77), France
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 12 months (Renewable)
Status: Resident / Site-Based
Responsibilities
- Prepare and issue kick-off Minutes of Meeting with Construction Contractors
- Manage Construction Contract administration and supervise all contractual correspondence
- Analyze contractual validity of Variation Requests and supporting documents
- Negotiate variation requests and claims, prepare defense strategies and settlement files
- Prepare contract amendments and variations for management approval
Must Have
- Engineering degree or equivalent with more than 5 years in contract administration
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Strong experience on construction projects in a site environment
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Excellent knowledge of construction contracts (Civil, Mechanical, E&I)
- Proven experience in variations and claims negotiations
- Fluency in French and English (written and spoken)
Nice to have
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Experience in large-scale industrial or energy projects
- Direct exposure to EPC or EPCM contractual environments
- Strong experience working with international contractors
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Advanced knowledge of document control systems
What's great about the job?
- Strategic role in a major construction project
- High level of responsibility and autonomy
- Direct interaction with contractors and project leadership
- Strong exposure to complex contractual environments
- Long-term mission with renewal potential
- On-site project dynamics with high operational impact
