Contracts Manager

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The Contracts Manager will oversee commercial and contractual management for large-scale infrastructure and urban development projects. This role requires strong consulting experience, the ability to manage multi-contract environments, and expertise in contract administration, risk mitigation, procurement support, claims, and negotiation.

Responsibilities Contract Administration & Governance

• Prepare, review, negotiate, and manage contract documents for consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Administer contract lifecycle: tender preparation, pre-award evaluation, post-award management, and contract close-out.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, deliverables, schedule requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain contract registers, correspondence, change orders, insurance, guarantees, and approvals.

Commercial & Financial Management

• Monitor contract budgets, payment applications, cash‑flow forecasts, and financial exposure.
• Evaluate and manage variations, extensions of time, claims, and contractual disputes.
• Conduct cost impact assessments and provide recommendations to senior management.
• Prepare commercial analysis and support management in negotiation and settlement.

Procurement & Tendering Support

• Prepare tender documentation, scope definitions, commercial conditions, and evaluation criteria.
• Participate in bid evaluations and assist in negotiation of consultancy, construction, and service agreements.
• Coordinate with legal and technical teams on bid clarifications, contract conditions, and award recommendations.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Identify contractual and commercial risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to relevant local regulations, international standards, and company policies.
• Support internal and external audits, monitoring KPIs and compliance indicators.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as the commercial point of contact between consultants, contractors, project management teams, and client representatives.
• Facilitate decision‑making on contractual issues and ensure clear communication between involved parties.
• Prepare and present contractual and commercial reports to management.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of all contractual documents, amendments, correspondence, and commitments.
• Produce periodic reports on commercial status, pending claims, contract risks, and financial forecasts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, or related discipline.
• 10–15 years of relevant contract management experience in consulting or PMC environments.
• Proven track record in infrastructure, utilities, urban development, landscaping, roads, or government‑managed projects.
• Strong understanding of FIDIC, consultancy agreements, EPC contracts, subcontract agreements, and procurement procedures.
• Experience managing multiple contracts simultaneously within a governmental or semi‑governmental project framework.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office, document control tools, and contract management systems.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Professional Services

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