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- Nairobi, Kenya
- How to apply
- Directly to the employer by email. The address is in the listing below.
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Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
5-8 years of relevant experience in contract administration or commercial support within infrastructure, maríne, civil engineering, or industrial construction projects in East Africa.
Practical experience administering main contracts and subcontracts, including contractual correspondence, notices, claims, EOTS, variations, and final accounts.
Working knowledge of FIDIC or other recognised construction contract forms.
Training or certification in contract management, claims, or construction law is an advantage.
Good understanding of construction programmes, delay records, critical-path concepts, contractual obligations, and commercial risks.
Proficiency in MS Word and Excel; familiarity with Primavera P6, MS Project, ERP, or document management systems is preferred.
Strong analytical, communication, organisational, and coordination skills, with attention to detail and the ability to meet strict deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
Review contract documents, conditions, specifications, BOQS, and commercial terms to identify obligations, risks, exclusions, and potential liabilities. Prepare contract summaries and maintain registers tracking obligations, key deadlines, notices, approvals, and contractual deliverables.
Administer contracts from award through execution and close-out, including preparing, issuing, tracking, and filing contractual correspondence, notices, instructions, and submissions.
Coordinate claims, EOTS, and variations with Project Management, Planning, Engineering, and Quantity Surveying teams, ensuring submissions are properly documented and supported.
Monitor subcontract and supplier contractual obligations, payment terms, variations, claims, and commercial matters.
Track contractual risks, performance bonds, guarantees, insurance policies, warranties, and other securities, escalating potential exposures and disputes.
Coordinate payment obligations, certifications, retention, final accounts, handover, and release of outstanding securities.
Prepare periodic contractual reports, maintain accurate records, and support negotiations, dispute resolution, and project close-out.
Minimum qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
How to apply
To apply, email your updated CV to careers@msvlgroup.com with the subject line "Contract Specialist". Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation.
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