Legal & Contracts Administrator
Euro Systems LLCJob Description: Legal & Contracts Administrator
Location: Al Quoz, Dubai, UAE
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Legal & Contracts Administrator with a strong understanding of FIDIC conditions of contract and UAE construction contracts. The candidate will be responsible for contract administration, reviewing contractual documentation, monitoring contractual obligations, and supporting the management of variations, claims, and contractual correspondence.
Key Responsibilities
- Review, prepare, and administer construction contracts, subcontract agreements, and commercial agreements.
- Apply knowledge of FIDIC contract conditions, including the Red Book, Yellow Book, and other relevant forms.
- Monitor contractual obligations, milestones, notice periods, deadlines, and compliance requirements.
- Assist in preparing and reviewing variation orders, extension of time (EOT) submissions, claims, and contractual notices.
- Coordinate with project managers, quantity surveyors, consultants, clients, subcontractors, and legal advisors on contract-related matters.
- Maintain contract registers, correspondence logs, variation records, and supporting documentation.
- Review contractual terms and identify potential risks for escalation to management.
- Support the preparation of responses to contractual notices, claims, and disputes.
- Ensure proper documentation and compliance with applicable UAE laws and project-specific contractual requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of contract amendments, approvals, renewals, and executed agreements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in contract administration within the UAE construction or contracting industry.
- Good working knowledge of FIDIC conditions of contract and construction subcontract agreements.
- Understanding of variations, EOT claims, liquidated damages, contractual notices, and claims management.
- Experience coordinating with project teams, consultants, clients, and subcontractors.
- Proficiency in MS Office and contract documentation systems.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
Preferred: Candidates with hands-on experience administering FIDIC-based construction contracts in the UAE.
Work Location: In person
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