Contracts Manager

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.

• 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

  
  

• 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

  
  

• 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

  
  

• 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

  
  

• 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

  
  

• Maintain accurate records of all contractual documents, amendments, correspondence, and commitments

  
  

• Produce periodic reports on commercial status, pending claims, contract risks, and financial forecasts

  
  

• 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