Contract Manager, Data Center Construction Projects
Core
Manage the full lifecycle of contracts for a mission-critical Data Center construction project, ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and alignment with project objectives.
Role type
Senior Contract Manager (Construction/Infrastructure)
Builds
Data Center facilities (civil works, MEP, equipment supply, installation)
Domain
Infrastructure / Construction / Real Estate
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Contract administration, scope tracking, deliverables management, variations handling, invoicing, claims management, contractor performance monitoring, risk identification, dispute escalation, commercial negotiation, contract interpretation, CAPEX project support
Preferred skills
Data center/hyperscale project experience, FIDIC/EPC/Design-Build/Lump-Sum knowledge, contract management systems/ERP proficiency, PMI/CIPS certification
Technologies
ERP platforms, e-procurement tools, contract management systems
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day contract administration including scope tracking, deliverables, variations, invoicing, and claims; Monitor contractor performance against schedule, cost, quality, and safety; Identify and escalate risks, disputes, or non-compliance; Serve as key interface between Construction Management, Project Controls, Legal, Finance, and external contractors; Support commercial discussions on change management and risk allocation; Collaborate with engineering teams on contract alignment with milestones; Prepare contract status reports and risk summaries
Seniority
Mid-to-Senior, hands-on IC