Contract Manager

We are looking for a highly organized and experienced Contract Manager to oversee the contractual management of a major metro infrastructure project. The role involves administering construction contracts, managing contractual risks and claims, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and providing strategic support to the project team throughout all phases of project execution.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in large infrastructure projects and is confident in interpreting complex contract provisions, and acting as a key liaison between project management, legal, commercial, and technical teams to protect the company's contractual interests and ensure successful project delivery.

Responsibilities :

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and agreements with clients, contractors, and vendors/suppliers, in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure contracts align with project objectives, legal requirements, and company policies.
• Identify potential risks in contract terms and propose appropriate amendments.
• Administer and manage the contract with the Beneficiary and sub-contracts/supply contracts,
• Track key contractual milestones, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations, including payment schedules, performance standards, any deadlines prescribed in the contracts/subcontracts and regulatory requirements.
• Draft and manage all correspondence related to the main contract with the Beneficiary.
• Draft and manage relevant correspondence related to the subcontractors/suppliers or any other partners/stakeholders.
• Analyze the contracts with the Beneficiary and subcontractors/suppliers, identify critical issues, obtain all relevant legal/technical/financial input from the project team on these issues.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks to minimize project disputes and financial losses.
• Assist the project management to develop strategies for managing claims and variations effectively.
• Provide advice on contractual rights, obligations, and liabilities.
• Manage all claims arising out from the contract, timely notification of claims and other issues, manage variations in accordance with the requirements of the Contract, conduct and archive all the necessary correspondence, proactively monitor project teams at the site and give guidance related to contractual matters.
• Accountable to produce claim applications and following reports.
• Accountable for the refutation of claim applications and risk against the Contractor.
• Address and resolve contract-related disputes in coordination with legal and project teams.
• Act as the primary point of contact for contract issues and claims.
• Assist in arbitration and/or litigation (any dispute resolution) processes if necessary.
• Work closely with project team, legal counsel, and procurement teams to align contract management with project execution.
• Management of interfaces with Consultants and Project Teams for Contractual issues.
• Participate actively in the progress meetings, controlling and/or drafting the Minutes of Meetings.
• Provide proactive advice on specific issues, risks, contractual/claims activities, taking into account the contract and business objectives.
• Ensure that contract management practices are in full compliance with the terms and conditions of the Contract on the project.
• Provide training and guidance to project teams on contract terms and conditions.
• Prepare and present regular reports on contract status, risks, and performance metrics.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of all contracts, amendments, and correspondence.
• Ensure adherence to local laws, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Stay updated on changes in construction law and contractual best practices.
• Other responsibilities and tasks as requested by the line manager that correspond to the position held and the employee's level of training.

Education/Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Law, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Advanced degrees or certifications in contract management.
• Experience 7-8 years on similar position

Technical Skills :

• Strong knowledge of HG1/2018, FIDIC and other standard construction contracts.
• Familiarity with project management software and contract management tools.
• Excellent understanding of construction processes, claims management, and dispute resolution.

About us :

Since its establishment, GÜLERMAK has been a top-leading international EPC contractor, known for its excellent reputation and professionalism. Since its establishment in 1958, Gülermak has executed global turnkey civil infrastructure and industrial construction projects. Over the years, we have maintained our level of reliability with our clients and business counterparts by keeping "on-time delivery" as our goal. Hard work, consistency, expertise, and strong relationships with previous clients and partners have driven our success. Since its establishment, Gülermak has operated with the highest ethical standards in accordance with its clients' requirements and internal policies and procedures. Our wide range of services is tailored to meet our clients' unique needs and preferences. These services include metros, tunnels, railways, high-speed rail (HSR), tramways, highways, bridges, viaducts, and hydroelectric power plants.