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Samuel  Werdofa

Samuel Werdofa

Silver Spring,MD

Summary

Expert Contract Administrator specializing in technical leadership and records management. Enhances operations with financial, operational and project management expertise. Accomplished in reducing costs and effortlessly handling day-to-day challenges. Sharp individual boasting background determining risks and developing rules for contracts. Motivated Contract Administrator successfully liaises between both internal and external parties while maintaining poise. Rational Contract Administrator promoting a [Number]-year career handling reporting and cost comparisons for contractors. A highly analytical individual with contract negotiation skills. Ready for a new position that involves managing various tasks in fast-paced settings. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Contract Administrator

Addis Ketema Subcity Construction and design works
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
06.2019 - 07.2022
  • Reviewed and negotiated contracts for clients, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
  • Drafted and prepared contractual documents such as NDAs, service agreements, and purchase orders.
  • Maintained contract management systems to ensure accuracy of all contractual data.
  • Resolved contract disputes in a timely manner and provided guidance on potential risks associated with contracts.
  • Interpreted contracts and ensured that parties were compliant with their contractual obligations.
  • Monitored contract performance to ensure that deadlines were met by both the client and contractor.
  • Ensured that all changes to existing contracts were documented properly in accordance with legal requirements.
  • Prepared reports summarizing key elements of completed contracts.
  • Analyzed current market trends related to pricing, terms, conditions., when negotiating new contracts.
  • Attended meetings between clients and contractors to provide support during negotiations.
  • Provided training sessions on best practices related to contract administration activities.
  • Coordinated internal audits of contracted services and products for quality assurance purposes.
  • Administered contract change requests and resolution.
  • Reviewed details on incoming contracts and service agreements to keep pricing correct.

Site Supervisor

Kasehun Tebeje GC
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
07.2017 - 06.2019
  • Managed and supervised a team of 10+ site staff members to ensure safety, quality control and efficient operations.
  • Organized daily workflow for the team, ensuring tasks were completed on time and within budget.
  • Scheduled and coordinated resources for all maintenance activities in order to meet project deadlines.
  • Conducted regular inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations, including hazard identification and risk assessment.
  • Ensured that all personnel wore appropriate personal protective equipment while working at construction sites.
  • Assisted in resolving conflicts between subcontractors, vendors or clients as required by management.
  • Monitored progress of construction works against contract requirements; identified discrepancies between actual works performed versus contractual requirements and reported any issues and delays immediately to upper management.
  • Maintained accurate records such as daily reports, timesheets and other related documentation as required by management.
  • Prepared detailed cost estimates for materials needed for various projects.
  • Provided guidance and support to contractors on technical matters related to their scope of work.
  • Ensured that workers followed safe work practices when operating machinery or performing hazardous tasks.
  • Controlled access at the site during working hours; monitored visitors' movements while they were on the premises.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Monitored construction tasks to meet tight schedules and complete projects on time.
  • Organized and participated in monthly on-site meetings with clientele and subcontractors.

Education

Master of Science - Structural Engineering

Addis Ababa Science And Technology University
Addis Ababa
05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Jimma University
Ethiopia Oromia Region
06.2016

Skills

  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Proposal Preparation
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Proficient in [Software]

Timeline

Construction Contract Administrator

Addis Ketema Subcity Construction and design works
06.2019 - 07.2022

Site Supervisor

Kasehun Tebeje GC
07.2017 - 06.2019

Master of Science - Structural Engineering

Addis Ababa Science And Technology University

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Jimma University
Samuel Werdofa