Contract Administrator/QS Engineer (Vacancy Code - Commercial 003/2024)

Ethiopian Construction Design and Supervision Works Corporation (ECDSWCo.) is transforming and diversifying from the current consultancy business operations. Taking advantage of the existing ECDSWCo.’s strength and maximizing on the newly emerging external opportunities that are being prevalent with the shifts in Ethiopian Economic Policy – the Corporation is aiming to play a significant role to the success of the Ethiopian Construction Industry -by creating a vibrant business institution that will not only fill the gap that is in the current construction industry, but also replace the need for having international construction companies that are dominating the government mega scale projects.

EEC-Construction business unit key activities are high-end complex construction projects, predominately high-rise commercial and residential buildings, real-estate; infrastructure (roads, railways and airports) & water and energy sector construction. EEC-Construction alone would grow into a conglomerate of several business units including Piling, underground and foundation Works, Fit-Out, Energy (Solar Solutions), Electro- Mechanical Solution, Facility Management, Landscape and Construction Materials Production.

EEC-Construction is launched with the vision of being the best construction company in Ethiopia with a strategy of Timeously executing high-end complex projects, by utilizing proactive management skills as a Design and Build Contractor in order to achieve an optimum return and aspiring to be a competitive and preferred choice that can replace the current dependence on international contractors and deliver excellence. EEC Construction will uphold Courage, Integrity, Reliability, Value for its People and Innovation as its core values.

Position Overview/Scope of role:

This role is responsible for all contract interpretation, communication, preparation of contract and technical documents.

Top Roles and Responsibilities:

·       Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, ensuring that they align with the organization's objectives and legal requirements.

·       Establishing and maintaining relationships with vendors, suppliers, and other external parties involved in contract agreements.

·       Resolving disputes or issues that may arise during the course of the contract relationship.

·       Identifying and assessing risks associated with contract agreements, including financial, legal, operational, and reputational risks.

·       Developing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address potential threats to contract performance or organizational objectives.

·       Evaluating and refining contract management processes, tools, and procedures to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance.

·     Identifying lessons learned from past contract experiences and implementing best practices for future contract engagements.

·     Carry out instructions as directed by Senior Management & Co-Ordinate the Project requirements ensuring that the Project is delivered on time and in budget.

·     Understands and Manages Contract conditions and requirements (PPA, FIDIC, Time & Cost Claims) 

·     Documenting any changes in design and updating budgets.

.      Carry out other duties and responsibilities, as required, and as requested by the other members of the management team

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study
• Work experience  3 years and above
• Working in similar role in a construction company specializing in Road and Bridge construction projects.
• Candidate with International company experience will be given priority
• Must be aligned, Commercially Aware, Honest and Shows high levels of Integrity.