Contract Adminstrator at Hatch

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Contract Administrator (based on site in North West)

• Looking to take the next step in your career? Are you a Contract Administrator, with Engineering Procurement and Construction Management Industry Experience? Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Contract Administrator to join our Project Delivery Group (PDG) in Johannesburg, South Africa.
• The Contract Administrator is experienced in the discipline of multi discipline construction contracts including earthworks, civil, SMPP and E & I and carries out the “Formation and Award” as well as “Administration and close-out” work processes of all contracts (local and international) in accordance with the project requirements.

As a successful candidate you will;

• Liaison with Package Coordinator and other project disciplines to obtain and verify Technical bid documents to ensure that specification is compatible commercial documentation to form a cohesive Bid document
• Preparation of Bid documents, advise on contractual terms and conditions and issuing of Invitation to Bid to the approved Bidders Manage the bidding process including technical queries from Bidders and issuance of addenda.
• Liaises or participates in discussion with the Client to establish General terms and condition suitable for the project
• Facilitate Contract Award kick off meetings
• Ensure proper control and methodology of contractual change notice to Contract Revision, claims and/or back charges in accordance with appropriate terms and conditions
• Ensures proper process of Progress Payment validation process in support to Accounting for payment approval
• Manages bonds/guarantees
• Ensures that all contracts are closed out in accordance with project specific procedures/requirements
• Performs award and administration of contracts in accordance with applicable legislation relating to corporation, taxation, custom duties and importation laws.

You bring to the role;

Essential

• Extensive experience in an EPCM project environment on capital projects, specifically for SMPP and E & I packages
• NEC and FIDIC experience
• Experience and contractual knowledge base with regards to the drafting of commercial terms
• and conditions
• Highly proficient negotiation skills
• Work remotely on project site
• We manage our clients’ entire project lifecycle from studies to building assets, operating the assets, and developing efficiencies. Join our team and become part of a community that strives for positive change–providing the best solutions for our clients’ toughest challenges!

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally