Estimation and Contracts Manager (Civil)

Position: Estimation and Contracts Manager (Civil)Location: Navi MumbaiWork Schedule: 6 days working (2nd & 4th Saturday off)Timings: 10:00 AM 6:30 PM IST or US Shift

Role Objective

To lead and oversee the organization's pre-contract and post-contract commercial activities, ensuring accurate and competitive project tenders, sound contractual management, and profitable project delivery. The role is accountable for minimizing commercial and contractual risks while maximizing business value across all operations.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Estimation & Tendering Management

• Lead the preparation and submission of project tenders, ensuring bids are both competitive and commercially viable.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BOQ) to prepare precise cost estimations covering materials, labor, and overheads.
• Implement value engineering techniques to achieve cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality or design intent.
• Maintain and update a comprehensive database of costing information, supplier rates, and productivity benchmarks.
  

Contracts Administration & Governance

• Review, negotiate, and finalize client and subcontractor contracts to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Oversee the full contract lifecycle, including management of variations, extensions of time, and claims preparation or negotiation.
• Ensure all project correspondence and execution activities comply with contractual terms and conditions.
• Provide expert contractual advice and support to project teams throughout the project duration.
  

Commercial Leadership & Reporting

• Lead, mentor, and develop the estimation and contracts team; establish clear objectives and performance metrics.
• Prepare and present detailed commercial reports, cost analyses, cash flow projections, and risk assessments to senior management.
• Foster and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders.
  

Candidate Profile

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying (mandatory).
• Postgraduate qualification in Construction Management or Contract Law (preferred).
  

Experience

• Minimum 1012 years of progressive experience in estimation and contracts management, preferably in the faade, glazing, or specialized construction industry.
  

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of standard construction contract formats (e.g., FIDIC).
• In-depth knowledge of tendering procedures, costing principles, and project estimation.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication, and risk management skills.
  

Reporting To

Commercial Director or Chief Operating OfficerSkills: construction,faade,project estimation