Senior Contracts Manager

Manages the team's deliverables through effective leadership by setting individual objectives, managing performance, and developing the team to maximize performance.

Oversees all contractual matters related to assigned construction packages, including final payments and retentions.

Leads preparation and approval of pre-qualification documents for different types of contracts and recommends bidders list for approval.

Oversees the execution of requests for proposals (RFPs), qualification requests (RFQs), and invitations to bid (ITBs) with the procurement team.

Ensures the development of tenders and related documents, manages the programmes' tendering process, and makes recommendations for awards in conjunction with the procurement team.

Oversees planning and execution at pre-tender and pre-contract stages, including commercial evaluation of tenders received, ensuring contracting strategies and contracts are aligned with company policy in conjunction with procurement.

Ensures contract management during the contract period and its close-out in accordance with established procedures.

Progresses claims and other contractual matters, and prepares progress reports related to assigned contracts.

Monitors the business provisions of assigned contracts to ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions, advising the Contracts or Deputy Manager on scope, financial, and risk issues.

Generates and maintains documentation for analyzing, negotiating, and drafting change/variation orders with contractors through enterprise systems (e.g., Prism, SAP).

Monitors project expenditures versus contract cost limitations and prepares letters to clients regarding contract cost limitations and additional funding requirements.

Oversees arrangements for contractor visits to end-user locations and participates in pre-tender clarification/site visit meetings.

Attends pre-award meetings, clarifications, and negotiations with bidders prior to contract award to resolve pending matters before finalization.