Contracts Manager - Civil

Othello Projects; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Othello Projects in Ahmedabad is seeking a Contracts Manager - Civil to oversee end-to-end civil contract management for real estate projects. The role ensures commercial control, contractual compliance, timely execution and protection of the company’s contractual interests.

You will manage tendering, contractor appointment, contract drafting, execution and close-out while coordinating with project, engineering, planning and finance teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end civil contract management for real estate projects.
• Strong knowledge of contract terms, LC, payments, variations, and claims.
• Proficient in Excel; familiarity with ERP/SAP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage tendering, contractor appointment, contract drafting, execution and close-out.
• Review tender documents, BOQs, specs and conditions.
• Lead commercial negotiations on rates, payment terms and variations.
• Monitor contractual compliance and manage change requests.
• Develop MIS on contract status and performance.

Skills

Civil contract management

Excel

Contract negotiation

Tools

ERP/SAP

Job description

• The Contracts Manager - Civil will be responsible for end-to-end management and administration of civil construction contracts for real estate projects, ensuring commercial control, contractual compliance, timely execution and protection of the company's contractual interests.
• Manage the complete lifecycle of civil contracts, including tendering, contractor appointment, contract drafting, execution and close-out.
• Review tender documents, BOQs, specifications, drawings, scope of work, commercial terms and contractual conditions.
• Coordinate with project, engineering, planning, QS, procurement, finance and legal teams for contract finalization and administration.
• Prepare and review tender enquiries, commercial bid comparisons, rate analysis and recommendations for appointment of contractors/subcontractors.
• Lead commercial negotiations with contractors and subcontractors covering rates, payment terms, variations, claims, retention, security deposits, timelines and other contractual conditions.
• Draft, review and negotiate work orders, contracts, amendments, rate contracts and supplementary agreements for civil and construction works.
• Ensure all contracts clearly define scope, deliverables, milestones, responsibilities, payment terms, quality requirements, timelines, liquidated damages and other commercial conditions.
• Monitor contractual compliance by contractors and ensure adherence to approved scope, rates, schedules, specifications and contractual obligations.
• Administer variations, extra items, deviations, substitutions, extensions of time and other changes in accordance with contractual provisions.
• Review contractor claims, measurement-related commercial matters, escalation requests and supporting documents and coordinate with QS/project teams for evaluation.
• Maintain a systematic record of contracts, amendments, correspondence, notices, claims, approvals, guarantees and other contractual documents.
• Identify contractual risks and advise project management on potential commercial exposure, disputes, delays and mitigation measures.
• Prepare and issue contractual notices, letters and correspondence in coordination with project and management teams.
• Support resolution of contractual disputes with contractors/subcontractors and assist in negotiations and settlement discussions.
• Track contract values, commitments, variations, certified amounts, retention, advances and final account settlements.
• Coordinate finalization and closure of contracts, including reconciliation of quantities, variations, claims, recoveries, retention and outstanding obligations.
• Develop and maintain MIS covering contract status, variations, claims, commercial exposure, pending approvals and contractor performance.
• Ensure compliance with company approval processes, commercial policies and applicable statutory and contractual requirements.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, value engineering and improved contractual terms without compromising project quality or timelines.
• Candidates with strong experience in civil contracts for residential, commercial, high-rise or large-scale real estate projects will be preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and contract documentation is required; familiarity with ERP/SAP systems and standard construction contract practices will be an added advantage.