Senior Contract Administrator

Job Description

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy committed to delivering impactful work that shapes the future.

We are a team of over 20,000 experts working across the world in more than 50 countries.
We are proud to be part of an ever-changing global industry, delivering transformative work that’s defining our future. It’s our people who power that performance. As an employee-owned business, we invest in creating a space for everyone to feel safe and valued and empowered with the right tools and support.

Whether you want to pursue excellence in your specialism or broaden your experience with flexible roles across our business, you’ll be connected to a community of global experts championing you to be your best. Join us and shape your story with Mott MacDonald, where everyone has the opportunity to be brilliant.

About the Role:

Mott MacDonald is seeking a qualified and experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Contract Administrator to support the construction supervision team on a major residential/infrastructure project in Abu Dhabi. The role involves managing cost and commercial aspects throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and delivering value for money.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile Bills of Quantities (BoQ) based on actual site quantities.
• Conduct cost analysis, prepare monthly financial reports, and support in variance reporting.
• Assist in risk and value management, and implement effective cost control measures.
• Measure progress of works, coordinate interim payments, and manage cash flow forecasts.
• Evaluate and negotiate variations, claims, and change orders.
• Review and register drawing revisions for cost and quantity implications.
• Attend site meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders to discuss valuations and commercial matters.
• Support the Senior Quantity Surveyor in preparing change orders and evaluating contractor claims.
• Liaise with the client on all cost and commercial issues, providing advice and updates as required.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline from a recognised university.
• Professional membership with RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) is essential.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts, UAE construction practices, and cost management tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, CostX, or similar quantity surveying software

Flexible working
At Mott MacDonald, we support our staff to create work-life balance which works for them and welcome candidates looking for career flexibility. We are open to discussing flexible working at interview stage.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• 90 calendar days paid maternity leave
• Competitive annual leave
• An annual professional institution subscription
• Annual company performance bonus scheme – Subject to company performance