Contracts Manager
Job Summary
The Contract Manager oversees the entire contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiation, administration, and compliance. This role focuses on managing contractual obligations and commercial interests to minimize risks and enhance project performance. The position involves coordinating with stakeholders, resolving claims, and ensuring all project activities align with legal and company requirements.
Responsibilities
- Draft, negotiate, and administer contracts
- Manage commercial risks, claims, and disputes
- Oversee tender documentation and procurement
- Ensure legal and contractual compliance
- Prepare project status and risk reports
Required Skills
- 5-10 years contract management experience
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Expert stakeholder management
- Construction/Quantity Surveying background
Job Details
JOB DESCRIPTION
Contract Administration
- Prepare, review, negotiate, and administer contracts, agreements, and related documentation.
- Ensure all contracts comply with company policies, legal requirements, and project objectives.
- Maintain an organized contract management system and contract database.
- Monitor contract validity, milestones, deliverables, and renewal dates.
Commercial Management
- Review contract terms and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
- Advise management on contractual rights, obligations, and liabilities.
- Monitor project costs, variations, claims, and contractual entitlements.
- Ensure proper implementation of payment terms, retention sums, liquidated damages, and warranties.
Tender & Procurement Support
- Assist in preparing tender documents, Requests for Proposal (RFP), and contract conditions.
- Evaluate contractual and commercial aspects of bids and proposals.
- Participate in contractor, consultant, and supplier negotiations.
Claims & Dispute Resolution
- Manage Extension of Time (EOT), Variation Orders (VO), loss and expense claims, and contractual disputes.
- Coordinate with legal advisors, consultants, and project teams on dispute resolution matters.
- Prepare contractual notices and correspondence.
- Support arbitration, adjudication, mediation, or litigation processes where necessary.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Identify contractual risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations.
- Conduct periodic contract audits and reviews.
- Monitor insurance, bonds, guarantees, and statutory compliance requirements.
Stakeholder Management
- Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, legal advisors, and government authorities.
- Provide contractual advice and support to project teams and management.
- Conduct contract awareness and training sessions for relevant departments.
Reporting
- Prepare monthly contract status reports.
- Track key contractual milestones and obligations.
- Report contract performance, claims status, disputes, and risk exposure to management.
REQUIREMENTS
Education
- Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline.
Work Experience
- 5 to 10 years of working experience in contract administration, commercial management, and project contracts.
Skills & Knowledge
- Strong contract negotiation skills.
- Excellent analytical and commercial acumen.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong report writing and documentation abilities.
- Attention to detail and risk management capability.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management systems.