We're seeking an accomplished Senior Contract Administrator with 15+ years of progressive experience to serve as a key advisor and coordinator for our contract management function on a major railway project in Cairo, Egypt. In this strategic consulting role, you will oversee the complete contract lifecycle for rail infrastructure, rolling stock, and operations contracts—from initial drafting and negotiation through execution and renewal—while advising on organizational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and recommending risk mitigation strategies.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Develop and recommend contract management policies, procedures, and best practices specific to railway project requirements, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, Egyptian railway regulations, and emerging industry standards
- Oversee the review and analysis of complex railway contracts—including infrastructure, rolling stock, maintenance, and operations agreements—to ensure legal compliance, technical accuracy, and strategic alignment with project objectives
- Coordinate contract negotiations with internal stakeholders, government authorities, rail operators, equipment suppliers, and external parties, advising on optimal outcomes while protecting project interests
- Establish and oversee a centralized contract management system and database for railway project documentation, managing amendments, change orders, and variations through formal approval processes while ensuring proper document control and version management
- Monitor contract performance and compliance across all railway project agreements, identifying systemic risks, conducting regular compliance audits, and recommending mitigation strategies to support on-time delivery and quality standards
- Prepare strategic contract summaries, reports, and renewal recommendations for senior management, facilitating cross-functional collaboration with legal, procurement, engineering, and finance departments to streamline processes and resolve complex disputes
- Lead dispute resolution and claims management activities, including preparation of comprehensive claims documentation, negotiation strategies, and escalation procedures to protect project interests and minimize financial exposure
**Required Qualifications:**
- Minimum 15 years of professional experience, with at least 10 years on international construction mega projects and railway infrastructure initiatives, and 5 years in contract administration
- Extensive expertise in contract drafting, review, negotiation, and strategic analysis specific to construction and railway projects
- Advanced knowledge of FIDIC contract conditions and international standard forms for infrastructure and railway projects
- Deep knowledge of contract law, commercial agreements, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation strategies for large-scale infrastructure projects
- Demonstrated expertise in claims management, including claims preparation, analysis, documentation, and resolution on major construction projects
- Proven experience managing contractor relationships, vendor performance, and supply chain agreements on major projects
- Advanced proficiency with enterprise-level contract management systems and document management platforms
- Exceptional analytical and strategic risk assessment skills with demonstrated ability to resolve complex contractual issues
- Fluency in English and Arabic with professional proficiency in contract terminology and technical documentation in both languages
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and enterprise software applications
- Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage large contract portfolios while meeting critical deadlines
- Proven ability to coordinate across cross-functional teams including legal, procurement, engineering, and finance departments
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Professional certification in FIDIC contract conditions, contract management, or project management
- In-depth familiarity with Egyptian commercial law and railway industry regulations