Contract Administrator at Desicon Engineering Limited

Desicon Engineering Limited for over 40 years has been an indigenous industry leader providing innovative Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) solutions to our clients. Knowledge, technical innovation and teamwork are at the centre of who we are. We are focused on leveraging these assets to deliver Instrumentation Maintenance and Construction, Procurement and Consultancy solutions to the Nigerian Energy sector. We are an ISO (9001:2008) certified organisation, and we are focused on continuing to improve our processes to exceed our client expectations. We are proud to be the first indigenous company to own and operate a fully equipped Electrical & Instrumentation facility with an attached calibration workshop; a further indication of our dedication to providing superior service and value for money to our clients.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Contract Administrator

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full time

Job Objective

• The Contracts Administrator would be responsible for managing the lifecycle of contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational policies, and supporting contract negotiations.
• He/She would play a key role in drafting, reviewing, and maintaining contracts while mitigating risks and ensuring smooth contract execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise contracts, agreements, and procurement documents in line with company policies and legal standards
• Ensure all required documents, certifications, and insurance policies are submitted by vendors or contractors
• Ensure that contracts are clear, enforceable, and align with business objectives.
• Monitor contract performance to ensure parties meet obligations, deadlines, and milestones.
• Track contract renewals, amendments, and terminations, ensuring timely actions are taken.
• Facilitate contract approvals and signatures from relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain an organized contract repository and ensure proper document control
• Ensure all contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Identify potential contract risks and assist in developing mitigation strategies.
• Serve as a key liaison between the company, suppliers, contractors, and legal teams.
• Support procurement and supply chain teams in contract negotiations and vendor management.
• Ensure that contractual obligations, including payment terms and service level agreements (SLAs), are adhered to.
• Assist in resolving contract disputes, claims, and escalations in coordination with legal and management teams.
• Ensure contractors and suppliers understand and comply with contractual obligations.
• Address and resolve contract-related queries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all contract-related documents.
• Generate reports on contract status, compliance issues, and key deliverables.
• Provide management with regular updates on contract performance, risks, and recommendations.
• Assist in internal and external audits by providing necessary contract documents and reports

Functional Competencies:

• Strong Contract Management Knowledge - Expertise in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts.
• Ability to identify risks, errors, and discrepancies in contracts.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for stakeholder engagement
• Strong understanding of contract law, procurement processes, and regulatory compliance
• Proficiency in contract management software, ERP systems, and MS Office Suite.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Law, Engineering, Quantity Survey, or a related field.
• Good understanding of contract law, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to handle multiple contracts and deadlines efficiently
• Ability to anticipate and address potential contractual issues.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.