Assistant Manager – Contracts (Railway)

Talentoj; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentoj is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Contracts in Bengaluru to manage contractual activities across Railway Electrification and EPC projects. The role involves handling claims, negotiations, and risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle.

The candidate should have 15–25 years in Contracts & Commercial Management with strong knowledge of contract administration, EOT, and variations, plus expertise in coordinating with multi-functional teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Law, Commerce or related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in Contracts & Commercial Management.
• Experience in Railway Electrification, Railways, Power, or EPC Infrastructure Projects.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, claims, EOT, and variation management.
• Experience in subcontract management, commercial negotiations, and risk mitigation.
• Strong communication, documentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage client and subcontractor contracts for Railway Electrification and EPC projects.
• Review terms, conditions, obligations, and commercial requirements.
• Handle contract administration, claims, variations, change orders, and Extension of Time (EOT).
• Prepare contractual correspondence, notices, and claim-related documentation.
• Coordinate with project, engineering, procurement, finance, and legal teams.
• Support contract negotiations, subcontract finalization, and commercial settlements.
• Identify contractual risks and ensure compliance with agreed terms.
• Maintain contract documentation and support dispute resolution.

Skills

Contract administration

Claims management

EOT management

Variation management

Commercial negotiations

Risk mitigation

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Law

Bachelor's degree in Commerce

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Contracts with 15-25 years of experience in Contracts & Commercial Management, preferably in Railway Electrification, Railways, Power, or EPC Infrastructure Projects. The candidate will manage contractual activities, claims, commercial negotiations, and risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage client and subcontractor contracts for Railway Electrification and EPC projects.
• Review contractual terms, conditions, obligations, and commercial requirements.
• Handle contract administration, claims, variations, change orders, and Extension of Time (EOT).
• Prepare contractual correspondence, notices, and claim-related documentation.
• Coordinate with project, engineering, procurement, finance, and legal teams.
• Support contract negotiations, subcontract finalization, and commercial settlements.
• Identify contractual risks and ensure compliance with agreed terms.
• Maintain contract documentation and support dispute resolution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Law, Commerce, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in Contracts & Commercial Management.
• Experience in Railway Electrification, Railways, Power, or EPC Infrastructure Projects.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, claims, EOT, and variation management.
• Experience in subcontract management, commercial negotiations, and risk mitigation.
• Strong communication, documentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.