Contracts Manager (Project Based)

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About Our Client

Is one of the largest private sector electric distribution utility companies in the Philippines—provides reliable and cost-competitive power supply to its clientele through its diversified power generation portfolio that utilizes advanced, highly efficient, and sustainable technologies.

Role Summary

The Contracts Manager is responsible for leading and managing all commercial, contractual, and procurement-related activities that support the development and execution of thermal power generation projects under MGEN.

The role ensures that project contracts are commercially sound, legally compliant, and aligned with corporate objectives. This position collaborates closely with project development, engineering, finance, legal, and supply chain teams to safeguard the organization’s interests during all phases of the project lifecycle from feasibility and development to construction and commissioning.

General Responsibilities

Contract Development and Negotiation

●     Develop, draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts including Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC), Operations C Maintenance (OCM), Long Term Service Agreement (LTSA), project development agreements, consultancy contracts, equipment supply contracts, and other project-related commercial instruments.

●     Provide contractual and commercial advice to internal stakeholders during deal structuring and negotiations

●     Ensure contract terms protect the company’s commercial and risk interests.

Project Commercial Management

●     Serve as the primary commercial focal point during project development and execution stages.

●     Provide commercial input to feasibility studies, project financial models, and investment proposals.

●      Support procurement strategies for major project packages, identifying commercial risks and opportunities

●     Conduct commercial evaluations and support vendor selection and award processes.

●     Monitor contractor compliance with contractual obligations and performance indicators.

Contract Administration and Compliance

●     Manage the full contract lifecycle from execution to expiration or renewal.

●     Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, milestones, renewals, and expiry dates

●     Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Risk Management and Dispute Support

●     Identify contractual risks and recommend mitigation strategies

●     Support claims management, contract variations, and dispute resolution processes when required.

●     Assist in addressing contractual issues that may impact operations or financial performance.

Cross-Functional Coordination

●     Work closely with Legal, Finance, Procurement, Operations, Projects, and Business Development teams.

●     Align contractual terms with operational, financial, and commercial requirements.

●     Serve as the main point of contact for contract-related matters.

Contract Governance and Documentation

●     Maintain a centralized contract repository with proper documentation and version control.

●     Develop, update, and standardize contract templates, clauses, and internal guidelines.

●     Prepare contract-related reports, summaries, and management updates.

Continuous Improvement and Reporting

●     Recommend improvements to contract processes and controls to enhance efficiency and governance

●     Support internal audits, management reviews, and regulatory submissions related to contracts.

Qualifications

●     Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or a related field.

●     Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial contract management, preferably in the power (thermal/coal-fired), energy, utilities, petrochemical, or cement industries, particularly those involved in large industrial or infrastructure projects.

●     Strong background in managing EPC and project development contracts.

●     Experience in handling complex negotiations and multi-stakeholder commercial transactions.

●     Solid understanding of commercial, contractual, and risk management principles.

●     Knowledge of Philippine regulatory frameworks for energy projects is an advantage.

Working arrangements & travel

●       On-site role based in Ortigas, Pasig

Compensation & benefits

●       Salary: P100,000-P150,000 monthly