Contract Administrator
Pubblicato il 04-08-2026 - agap2 Italia in Lombardia
Part of the Mo Ongy Group , agap2 operates across 14 European countries , providing engineering and industrial consulting services. Since 2018 , agap2 Italia has been supporting clients throughout Italy across the following sectors: Energy, Oil & Gas, Steel, Hydrogen, Power Generation, and Construction .
ABOUT THE ROLE – Project Contract Administrator For an important international Oil & Gas project, we are looking for an experienced Project Contract Administra tor to support the contractual management of large-scale EPC/EPCIC projects throughout the execution pha se. Reporting directly to the Project General Manager / Project Mana ger, the successful candidate will be responsible for the administration, monitoring and governance of all project-related contracts, ensuring contractual compliance, effective change management and claims prevention while acting as the key interface between the project team, contractors, legal, procurement and the client
Key Responsibilities
Contract Administration Administer and monitor EPC, EPCIC, consultancy and service contracts throughout the project life cycle. Ensure contractors comply with contractual obligations, milestones and deliver ables. Maintain complete contract files, registers and contractual correspon dence. Review and validate contractual notices, variation orders and change req uests. Monitor contractual compliance and identify potential contractual rsisks
Change Management Evaluate contractor change requests, including schedule and cost impacts, in coordination with Project Controls, Engineering and Planning teams. Prepare and manage Change Orders in accordance with project governance proce dures. Maintain the project Change Register and monitor the impact of variations on project execution
Claims & Dispute Management Identify, assess and mitigate potential contractor claims Support the negotiation and resolution of contractual claims and disputes together with Legal and Commercial teams.
Prepare contractual documentation supporting claims defense and maintain complete claims recors
Contractual Correspondence Draft, review and issue contractual letters, notifications and formal communica tions. Ensure timely responses to contractor correspondence in accordance with contractual require ments. Support Project Management in managing all contractual communications with clients and contractors
Reporting Prepare periodic reports covering Contract status Change Orders Claims; Contractual risks Key contractual issues. Contribute to monthly project progress reports Monitor and report contractual performance KPIs
Coordination & Compliance Collaborate with Procurement, Project Controls, Cost Control, Planning and Legal departments to ensure contractual consistency. Ensure compliance with corporate policies, contractual procedures and project-specific requirements. Provide contractual guidance to project stakeholders. Support internal and external audits and ensure proper archiving of contractual documentation
Requirements Bachelor's Degree in: Law
• Engineering
• Quantity Surveying
• Business Administration; or a related discipline. 7–12 years of experience in Contract Administration within the Oil &
• Gas industry. Proven experience on large-scale EPC/EPCIC projects.
Strong knowledge of: FIDIC Contracts
• Bespoke EPC Contracts
• Oil &
• Gas Contracting Models. Good understanding of Project Controls, including: Cost Control
• Planning
• Risk Management.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Contract Management software. Excellent communication, negotiation and contractual drafting skills.
Fluent
English, both written and spoken.
Preferred Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent organizational and documentation management abilities. Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in complex project environments. High attention to detail and contractual compliance. Proactive approach to risk identification and claims prevention. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Compensation The gross annual salary (RAL) for this position ranges from €40,000 to €80,000 , depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
The final compensation package will be determined based on technical expertise, relevant professional experience, level of autonomy in managing project activities, and the outcome of the selection process, following objective, transparent, and merit-based criteria.
For candidates with exceptional qualifications or highly specialized expertise that significantly exceed the role requirements, an enhanced compensation package may be considered, subject to internal approval.
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We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, gender, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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