Contract Manager (Contract to perm) - #1127582

Job Description:

Tender & Procurement Role

• Oversee the operation of Tender / Purchasing performed by the PMC/EPC contractors

• Formulate purchasing policies and strategies and maintain the procurement and purchasing system

• Liaise and source for process equipment that is not included in EPC scope at competitive price, timely delivery and to the required quality

• Review and maintaining the Vendor Management System with respect to  the Approved Vendor List, Vendor performance evaluation and nurturing vendor partnership

• Liaise with internal Stakeholders, PMC, EPC, in compliance with authorities’ requirements for the project.

• Evaluate, negotiate and execute a wide variety of different contracts covering a range of transactions.

• Recommend award contracts

Contracts Management

• Work with the PMC/EPC Contracts Team to implement contract strategies, aligned with business objectives.

• Review, negotiate, and manage contracts, LOAs, and POs, ensuring risk mitigation and governance.

• Collaborate with legal and finance teams on due diligence, contract reviews, amendments, and compliances.

• Oversee contract performance, ensuring adherence to cost, quality, and timelines.

• Establish contract reporting frameworks to track vendor reliability and procurement savings.

• Create and maintain relationships with suppliers and serve as the singular point of contact for matters concerning contracts.

• Maintain records for correspondence and documentation in relation to established contracts and those in progress.

• Communicate and present information to stakeholders about all contract-related matters.

• Monitor contracts and move forward with close-out, extension or renewal according to what’s best for the company.

• Solve any contract-related problems that may arise with other parties and internally with the company itself.

• Review tender documents, including pricing, contracts, and technical submissions prepared by EPC.

• Oversee EPC commercial team on their contracts and subcontracts on claims matters, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions, justification reports for variations and/or extension of time claims.

• involve in contractual / commercial negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors, based on contract provisions.

• Liaise with Technical, Legal, PMC, and EPC on contractual matters.

• Verify monthly progress claims, cost reports, and cash flow projections.

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.

Job Requirements :

• Minimum 10 years of experience as Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry with project value exceeding 50 millions, preferably with an A1 main contractor.

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.

• Proficient in cost estimation, contract administration, and project financial management.

• Strong knowledge of construction contracts.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.

• Proficient in QS software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work under tight deadlines.