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Position : Contracts Manager (Independent Contractor) Department : Legal and Commercial Reporting to : Head of Legal and Contracts Management Location : (Insert Location or "Hybrid / Remote" if applicable) Contract Type : Independent Contractor
About the Role
We’re looking for a seasoned Contracts Manager to lead the contracts management function and provide strategic oversight of commercial and contractual matters across large-scale engineering and construction projects. This role involves high-level negotiations, supplier / subcontractor engagement, contract drafting, and commercial risk management. You’ll work closely with engineers, project managers, and supply chain teams to ensure contractual compliance and successful project execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead commercial and contractual strategy across suppliers and sub-contractors.
- Negotiate and draft complex agreements, including bespoke contracts, NDAs, and credit applications.
- Manage contract lifecycle, including amendments, change orders, and claims.
- Drive supplier cost control and mitigate commercial risks.
- Resolve high-level disputes and manage claims efficiently.
- Oversee tender adjudications and commercial evaluations.
- Ensure contract compliance with key deliverables (e.g., bonds, programmes, quality documents).
- Provide guidance on confidentiality, IP protection, and performance guarantees.
- Mentor junior contracts staff and support the broader contracts management team.
Qualifications & Experience
A tertiary legal, engineering, or quantity surveying qualification (LLB, QS, BSc Engineering, or similar).Strong knowledge of construction contract frameworks (FIDIC, NEC, JBCC, GCC).10–15 years’ experience in contracts / commercial management in EPC / EPCM or similar environments.Experience in dispute resolution and supplier negotiations.Proven leadership in managing complex project portfolios.Skills & Competencies
Strong grasp of mercantile and contract law principles.Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.Sound financial and commercial acumen.High attention to detail and the ability to deliver under pressure.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to operate independently and lead cross-functional teams.SA Registered Office
Suite 05, Ingenuity Office Park, 3 Nandi Mthembu Dr, Ballito, 4420
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