Contracts Manager with Fortune 500 listed company

Authentic Staffing Agency; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Authentic Staffing Agency seeks a seasoned Contracts Manager with 12+ years of experience, based in Hyderabad. The role centers on pre-bid and tender analysis, contract awards, and ongoing execution support to manage risks and ensure compliance across projects.

The ideal candidate will draft and review NDAs, MOUs, JVAs, and agency agreements, while guiding internal teams on contractual obligations and rights under each contract. Strong knowledge of FIDIC and contract law is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in contract management, project coordination, or related roles.
• Familiar with industry practices, FIDIC conditions, and contract law is an added advantage.
• Experience drafting and reviewing NDAs, MOUs, JVAs, and agency agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-bid and tender analysis including risk reports and compliance reviews.
• Guide internal teams on contractual obligations and rights under contracts.
• Support execution with issue resolution, EOT and delay analysis, and variation monitoring.
• Prepare and support claims and dispute documentation with legal team involvement.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations teams on post-construction contract obligations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of contract laws and industry standards.

Skills

Risk analysis

Contract management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Legal awareness

Education

Bachelors in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

NICMAR/RICS preferred

Job description

Job Title: Contracts Manager
Experience: 12+ Year

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Pre-Bid and Tender Stage:

• Prepare risk analysis reports to assist the business team in making go/no-go decisions for potential projects.
• Verify compliance of tender documents with company policies and industry standards.
• Develop and compile pre-bid queries for submission to clients to address ambiguities and mitigate risks.
• Draft and review Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), and Joint Venture Agreements (JVAs), ensuring alignment with the company's standard templates.

2. Contract Award and Documentation:

• Prepare the Contract Appreciation Document (CAD) post-award to highlight critical terms, obligations, and risks to Project team.
• Provide guidance to internal teams on contractual obligations and ensure clear understanding of rights and responsibilities under the contract.

3. Execution Stage Support:

• Assist project teams in identifying and addressing contractual issues during project execution.
• Support the preparation and submission of claims, including Extension of Time (EOT) and0020delay analysis, based on contractual clauses and project documentation.
• Monitor and flag variations or events impacting time and cost, ensuring timely notifications to relevant stakeholders.

4. Claims and Disputes:

• Provide groundwork and documentation for claims and support project teams in pursuing their resolution.
• Collaborate with the legal team on dispute resolution matters, ensuring accurate and thorough preparation of required documentation.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Support the Supply Chain Management team in contract-related negotiations and compliance.
• Coordinate with Operations & Maintenance teams to address contractual obligations and risks during the post-construction phase.

6. General Contractual Oversight:

• Ensure strict adherence to contractual terms and provide recommendations for risk mitigation.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry practices, legal standards, and contract laws applicable to the organizations operations.

Objectives & Key Performance Indicators

1. Preparation of fresh EOT submissions and supporting Project team in obtaining EOT without imposition of Liquidated Damages.

2. Preparation of claims to be referred to Client.

3. Carrying out risk analysis of upcoming bids adhering to the agreed Sales Guidelines

4. Negotiation with Client's for critical terms finalization

5. Tender stage support to BD & Sales team for preparation and vetting of JVA, MOUs, NDAs, Agency Agreements etc.

6. Support to Project Team for drafting of Notices having time and cost impact on project, replies to Client's notices and preparation of EOT & Claims.

7. Support to SCM for formulation of terms of POs, Subcontracts etc. and handling contractual issues with vendors and subcontractors

Education and Certifications

1. Bachelors degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering.

2. Postgraduate qualification from NICMAR or RICS is preferred but not mandatory.

Knowledge and Experience

1. 12+ years of experience in contract management, project coordination, or related roles.

2. Experienced with industry practices, FIDIC conditions, and contract law is an added advantage.