Contracts & Claims Manager

Larsen & Toubro Limited; Vadodara; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro Limited in Vadodara seeks a Contract Manager to draft, review, and negotiate contracts and subcontracts, ensuring regulatory compliance. You will manage contract administration through project lifecycles, identify and submit claims, and coordinate with legal teams to resolve disputes.

The role requires leadership to mentor contract administrators, maintain records, issue contractual notices, and collaborate with commercial/finance teams on financial impacts of claims and changes.

Qualifications

• Draft and negotiate contracts and subcontracts.
• Ensure compliance with legal/regulatory requirements.
• Manage contract administration through project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contractual documents to protect company interests.
• Identify, prepare, and submit delay/change/cost overrun claims with documentation.
• Assess and respond to subcontractor/third-party claims with defense or rebuttal.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract review

Negotiation

Claims management

Dispute resolution

Legal coordination

Team leadership

Record keeping

Contract notices

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor of Technology (BTech)

Job description

Construction Management Contract management

Bachelor of Technology (BTech)

Job Description

#LI-DNI - Old TAR - lnt/c-cm/1497205 Job Description :To be able to draft, review, and negotiate contracts and subcontracts that protect the company’s interests and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.To be able to manage contract administration throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring all parties meet their contractual obligations.To be able to identify, prepare, and submit claims related to delays, changes, disruptions, or cost overruns, supported by thorough documentation and analysis.To be able to assess and respond to claims submitted by subcontractors or third parties, preparing defenses or rebuttals as necessary.To be able to negotiate settlements of claims and disputes effectively, aiming for resolution while minimizing risk and cost to the company.To be able to coordinate with legal advisors and project teams to avoid disputes or to manage dispute resolution through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation if needed.To be able to communicate clearly and professionally with clients, contractors, legal teams, and internal stakeholders on contractual matters and claim statuses.To be able to maintain accurate and organized records of all contractual documents, correspondence, notices, and claim-related information.To be able to issue timely contractual notices (such as delay or change notices) in accordance with contract terms.To be able to collaborate with commercial, finance, and project control teams to assess the financial impact of claims, changes, and contractual risks.To be able to lead and mentor a team of contract administrators or claims specialists, providing training and guidance on best practices in contract and claims management.To be able to stay updated on relevant contract laws, industry standards, and best practices to ensure continuous compliance and effective contract management.