Senior Manager Contracts & Commercial

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Contract Management: Review and analyze Civil contract documents, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Draft and negotiate contracts with consultants, contractors, and suppliers. Negotiate with bidders to achieve the best possible Rates, terms and conditions. Administer contracts throughout the project lifecycle, monitoring performance and ensuring compliance. Manage variations and change orders, ensuring proper documentation and cost control. Prepare and issue order, including pre-qualification questionnaires, invitations to tender, specifications, drawings, and bills of quantities. Manage the tender process, from advertisement to bid evaluation and recommendation. Conduct detailed cost analysis and value engineering exercises. Coordinate with internal stakeholders (engineering, procurement, legal) to ensure tender completeness and accuracy. Cost Control & Reporting: Develop and maintain cost estimates for civil projects. Track project costs and report on variances. Prepare cost reports and forecasts for management. Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. Collaboration & Communication: Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders (engineering, procurement, project management) and external parties (contractors, suppliers). Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Build and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders. Market Research: Conduct market research to identify potential contractors and suppliers. Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in civil contracting and tendering. Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related Engineering discipline. Proven experience in Civil contracting and tendering in real-estate or Construction. Solid knowledge of contract law and tendering procedures.