Manager - Contracts & Procurement (Road Projects)

Role Objective:

To manage the procurement strategy, vendor management, and contract administration for highway/road infrastructure projects. The role involves ensuring cost-effective procurement, compliance with contractual obligations, and effective coordination with project, legal, and commercial teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Contracts Management:

• Draft, review, and manage various types of contracts (EPC, subcontracting, supply agreements, consultancy).
• Interpret and ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions. • Identify, evaluate, and mitigate contractual risks and claims.
• Maintain records of correspondence, variation orders, amendments, and contract change notices.
• Coordinate with legal teams for dispute resolution and arbitration cases.

Procurement Operations:

• Develop procurement strategy aligned with project timelines and budget.
• Float tenders/RFQs, evaluate bids, and prepare comparative statements.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with vendors and contractors.
• Issue purchase/work orders for materials, equipment, and services. • Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to quality and delivery timelines.

Vendor & Supplier Management:

• Identify and prequalify reliable suppliers, subcontractors, and service providers.
• Build long-term vendor relationships to support project execution.
• Maintain vendor database with performance ratings and contract history.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure procurement processes align with company policies and regulatory standards (NHAI/MoRTH/PWD).
• Maintain documentation for audits, client inspections, and internal controls.
• Prepare regular MIS reports on contracts status, procurement spend, and savings.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of IRC, MoRTH, and PWD specifications and standards
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills
• Proficiency in MS Office tools
• Analytical thinking and ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Preferred Background:

• Experience working in road/highway infrastructure companies (EPC/HAM/PPP projects)
• Exposure to both central and state government project procurement systems
• Prior experience handling contracts in coordination with NHAI, MoRTH, or PWD