Contracts Manager

Overview

A Contracts Manager is responsible for managing the contractual and commercial aspects of construction and development projects from contract award through completion. The role involves overseeing contract administration, reviewing contractual obligations, managing variations and claims, supporting negotiations, and ensuring that projects remain commercially and contractually protected.

The Contracts Manager works closely with project management, commercial, procurement, engineering, consultants, contractors, and clients to ensure that contractual requirements are clearly understood and properly administered throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsible For

• • Manage the administration and execution of construction contracts from award to completion.
  • Review contracts, agreements, specifications, schedules, and other contractual documents.
  • Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, milestones, notices, and deadlines.
  • Identify contractual risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
  • Manage variations, extensions of time, claims, disputes, and contractual correspondence.
  • Review and assess contractor and subcontractor claims in coordination with commercial and project teams.
  • Prepare, review, and issue contractual notices in accordance with agreed contract conditions.
  • Support contract negotiations with clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
  • Maintain accurate records of contractual communications, approvals, variations, claims, and agreements.
  • Coordinate with project teams to ensure contractual requirements are reflected in project execution.
  • Monitor compliance with contractual terms, project specifications, and applicable regulations.
  • Assist senior management with commercial and contractual decision-making.
  • Participate in dispute resolution and support the preparation of documentation for negotiations, mediation, arbitration, or other proceedings where required.
  • Prepare regular contractual and commercial reports for management.

Specific Skills

• Contract Administration
• Contract Review & Interpretation
• Claims Management
• Variation Management
• Extension of Time (EOT) Claims
• Contractual Risk Management
• Commercial Management
• Tender & Contract Negotiation
• Dispute Resolution
• Contract Documentation
• Project Cost & Commercial Awareness
• Microsoft Office / Excel
• Contract Management Software

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication
• Negotiation and influencing skills
• Stakeholder management
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail
• Decision-making skills
• Conflict management
• Team collaboration
• Ability to work under pressure and meet contractual deadlines

Educational Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields:

• Quantity Surveying
• Civil Engineering
• Construction Management
• Contract Management
• Commercial Management
• Business Administration
• Law
• Project Management

Professional Certifications