South Africa: Lead Contracts Administrator – EPCM Construction Project – Swakopmund, Namibia posted by Employ Africa Group

Lead Contracts Administrator – EPCM Construction Project – Swakopmund, Namibia

Local Namibians encouraged to apply!

As a result of an awarded major EPCM project in Namibia, our client is seeking a motivated Lead Contracts Administrator to join on site project team on 6:2 roster

About the role

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Ensure terms align with project goals, legal standards, and risk management strategies.
• Maintain and manage contract documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and track key milestones and deliverables.
• Identify potential contractual risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage claims, variations, and disputes, ensuring timely resolution and documentation.
• Liaise with project managers, procurement teams, legal advisors, and external contractors.
• Act as the central point of contact for all contract-related communications.
• Ensure procurement activities align with contract terms and project timelines.
• Support cost tracking and budget management through contract oversight.
• Authorize payments and variations in line with contractual agreements.

About you

• Hold a Degree in Construction Management, Law, Business, or Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in contract administration, ideally within mining or EPCM environments.
• Strong understanding of commercial law, procurement processes, and project controls.
• Familiarity with contract management systems and ERP platforms.

Join us and work a better way.