The Commercial/Contact Administrator’s task is to ensure consistent management of all proposals and Prime contracts, this generally includes oversight of the contract management process, as well as development of specific standards for bidding and submission, contract negotiations and document management. The Commercial/Contract administrator’s role in the contract development process requires close collaboration with various departments, including Tendering, Engineering, project management, planning, cost control and finance. The KPI for this position is the commercial benefits from the decision support roll to the project director/manager.
- Assist the Contracts Manager in organizational contract development and management activities, and enforce organizational principles of integrity and compliance.
- Assist the Contracts Manager to ensure that contracts and proposals are properly entered into organizational databases and securely maintained.
- Assist the Contracts Manager to Develop standards for contracts, including presentation of budget, payment terms, general language and provisions.
- Conduct contract strategy meetings to identify issues and client requirements, facilitate pricing discussions, and obtain senior management input on timelines and deliverables.
- Draft contractual provisions based on strategy discussions, senior management input, and organizational needs and expectations.
- Assure accuracy and appropriateness of contract text and attachments.
- Manage any variation process under the prime contract from initiation to certification.
- Assist the Contracts Manager to serve as primary organizational contact during contract negotiations. - Engage relevant stakeholders in negotiation decisions involving legal or regulatory requirements, contract standards and cost targets.
- Assist the Contracts Manager to develop and execute negotiation strategies that minimize potential losses and benefit the organization financial performance.
- Maintain deadlines on deliverables and communicate on an ongoing basis with business partners and internal clients about contractual issues.
- Review contractual performance of both parties to ensure compliance with terms and to identify conflicts or changes requiring resolution at contract renewal.
Proven work experience as a Contract Administrator, Contract Manager or relevant roleKnowledge of legal requirements involved with contractsFamiliarity with accounting proceduresExcellent writing skillsKeen attention to detail, with an ability to spot errorsStrong analytical and organizational skillsAbility to work with varying seniority levels, including staff, managers and external partnersBSc degree in Business Administration; additional qualifications in law are a plus