Contracts Manager
Core
Establish and administer the project contract management framework for a major terminal transformation, protecting contractual entitlements and controlling obligations across engineering, construction, and automation.
Role type
Senior IC Contracts Manager (Capital Projects)
Builds
A new terminal facility involving engineering, construction, equipment, automation, and supporting services.
Domain
Port and terminal operations / Construction & Engineering
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Contract administration, claims management, change control, dispute avoidance, commercial governance, contract strategy, stakeholder management, negotiation, risk assessment, audit trail maintenance
Preferred skills
Professional qualification (RICS, CIOB, ICE, CICES, AACE, CIArb), FIDIC/NEC contract knowledge, construction law training
Technologies
Contract management frameworks, project control systems
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain project contract management framework including registers and deadlines; Support contracting strategies, packaging, procurement, tender clarifications, and negotiations; Review agreements and scopes to identify gaps and commercial risks; Lead contract mobilisation and ensure team understanding of obligations; Monitor contractor and supplier compliance with conditions and milestones; Manage variations, claims, early warnings, and entitlement events; Coordinate technical and cost substantiation for contractual assessments; Support payment applications, forecasting, and commercial reporting; Identify disputes early and work on avoidance/resolution strategies; Maintain contract governance and audit trails; Lead contractual close-out including final accounts and handover.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC