Deputy General Manager Contracts

The Deputy General Manager Contracts is responsible for end-to-end contract management across projects, including tendering, contract finalization, claims management, variations, and ensuring contractual compliance. The role supports project teams in minimizing contractual risks while safeguarding the company's commercial interests.

Role & responsibilities

Contract Management

• Lead the preparation, review, negotiation, and finalization of contracts, subcontracts, and agreements.
• Interpret contract terms, conditions, and commercial clauses to advise project and management teams.
• Ensure all contracts comply with legal, commercial, and company policy requirements.

Tendering & Pre-Contract

• Review tender documents, BOQs, specifications, and commercial terms.
• Support bid teams in preparing contract qualifications, exclusions, and clarifications.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and contract negotiations with clients and consultants.

Claims, Variations & Dispute Management

• Identify, prepare, and manage contractual claims related to time extensions, cost escalations, and variations.
• Evaluate variation orders and ensure timely submission, approval, and recovery.
• Assist in dispute resolution, arbitration, and settlement discussions as required.

Vendor Identification & Finalization

• Identify and evaluate new vendors and subcontractors, including commercial, financial, and compliance vetting.
• Lead negotiations and finalize commercial terms, contracts, work orders, and agreements in coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Maintain an approved vendor base and support project teams in managing vendor-related contractual issues and performance.

Commercial & Risk Control

• Monitor contract compliance and proactively highlight contractual risks and mitigation measures.
• Support project teams in cost control, billing strategies, and cash flow optimization.
• Maintain contract registers, correspondence logs, and change management records.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with clients, consultants, legal advisors, subcontractors, and internal departments.
• Provide guidance and training to project teams on contract administration best practices.
• Support senior management in strategic contractual decision-making.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare periodic reports on contract status, claims, recoveries, and risk exposure.
• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping for audits and legal reference.

Preferred candidate profile

• Education:

  B.E./B.Tech

  in Civil Engineering (Masters in Construction Management is a plus)

• Experience:

  12-18

  years of experience in contracts management within construction, EPC, or infrastructure projects

• Sector Exposure:

  Residential, Commercial, Institutional, or Infrastructure Projects
• In-depth knowledge of construction contracts (EPC, Item Rate, Lump Sum, Design & Build).
• Strong understanding of FIDIC / GCC / SCC clauses.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and contract management systems.