Contract Manager

Position: Contract Manager

Location: Multiple Sites, Odisha (On-Site from Day One)
Employment Type: Full-time

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering
Experience: Minimum 5 years

About the Role

• We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Contract Manager to own the complete lifecycle of contracts from planning and tendering to execution, compliance, and dispute resolution.
• This role is not just about paperwork; it’s about bringing clarity, accountability, and smooth coordination across teams and stakeholders. You will act as a bridge between clients, stakeholders, subcontractors, and internal teams, ensuring alignment and timely delivery of project goals.
• Along with strong technical and legal expertise, you will support Technical Billing, Planning, and Accounting functions, ensuring that contracts and financial aspects are in sync with project requirements.
• You will report directly to the Company’s Director and Project Manager, working closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure contractual, financial, and operational alignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, analyse, and negotiate contracts to safeguard company interests while ensuring fairness.
• Manage contracts across their lifecycle, ensuring compliance with terms, deliverables, and timelines.
• Plan, track, and monitor contractual activities, ensuring projects are executed within deadlines.
• Identify potential risks, propose mitigation strategies, and ensure adherence to all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the single point of contact between clients, government authorities, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Provide contractual support to Technical Billing, Planning, and accounting teams to ensure seamless project and financial management.
• Handle disputes, claims, and legal matters with professional and timely resolutions.
• Contribute to bids and tenders by reviewing risks, compliance obligations, and commercial terms.
• Maintain systematic and audit-ready records of all contracts, amendments, and correspondence.
• Take ownership of challenges and resolve contract-related issues proactively to keep projects on track.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of contract law, construction law, and regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting, reviewing, and managing complex contracts.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Effective communication and coordination skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office and contract/project management tools.
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on deadlines and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and priorities under pressure.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Government tenders, EPC contracts, and FIDIC conditions.
• Background in infrastructure, construction, or large-scale civil engineering projects.
• Familiarity with labour laws, arbitration, and litigation support.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation experience.
• Ability to work effectively with legal, project, procurement, HR, billing, and accounts teams.

Company Benefits

• Provident Fund
• Opportunity to work on impactful and challenging projects
• Collaborative and growth-focused work environment

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person