Manager Contracts

Mahendra Homes Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru South; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

M5 Mahendra Group in Bengaluru invites a seasoned Contracts Manager to lead end-to-end contract administration, tendering, and commercial coordination for high-rise and Mivan projects. You will ensure contractual compliance, cost control, and risk mitigation across the project lifecycle.

Lead negotiations, manage variations and EOTs, and coordinate with Design, HO-QS, procurement, and site teams to deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining strong stakeholder relations.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering.
• 10–12 years of experience in QS, estimation, and contracts.
• Strong ERP systems knowledge and advanced Excel proficiency required.
• Strong knowledge of contract law and construction contracts.
• Experience in Mivan / aluminium formwork projects preferred.
• Strong techno-commercial and negotiation skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and administer contracts, work orders, and subcontract agreements.
• Ensure adherence to contract terms, conditions, and project specifications.
• Manage contract documentation, variations, extensions of time (EOT), and change orders.
• Handle claims management, dispute resolution, and contractual risk mitigation.
• Advise project teams on contractual risks and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare contractual notices and formal correspondence as required.
• Coordinate with procurement and project teams for negotiations and contract closure.
• Prepare draft work orders based on finalized negotiations and agreed terms.
• Follow up on work order approvals through ERP systems and manual processes.
• Prepare techno-commercial comparisons and support vendor finalization.
• Coordinate with the Design Team and HO-QS to receive design deliverables and validated BOQs.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Construction contracts knowledge

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Bangalore South, India | Posted on 10/09/2026

M5 Mahendra Group is a Bengaluru-headquartered multi-conglomerate with over 35 years of experience across Infrastructure, Residential, Retail, Finance, Agri, and Hospitality, with a strong presence across South India.

Over the years, the group has delivered projects that support urban development and long-term growth in the region. Our work is based on consistent quality, timely execution, and strong working relationships.

We follow clear processes and practical decision-making, with a focus on steady and sustainable growth. Each project is planned and executed with long-term use in mind.

People are central to our organization. At M5 Mahendra Group, we provide a work environment that encourages learning, teamwork, and career growth across multiple business verticals, giving our teams the opportunity to contribute to projects that support the nation’s future.

Job Description

Role Overview

TheContracts Manager is responsible for managing end-to-end contractadministration, tendering, and commercial coordination for high-rise and Mivanprojects. The role ensures contractual compliance, effective cost control, riskmitigation, and seamless coordination with internal and external stakeholdersthroughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

1. Contract Management

• Draft, review, andadminister contracts, work orders, and subcontract agreements.
  
• Ensure adherence tocontractual terms, conditions, and project specifications.
  
• Manage contractdocumentation, variations, extensions of time (EOT), and change orders.
  
• Handle claimsmanagement, dispute resolution, and contractual risk mitigation.
  
• Advise project teams oncontractual risks and mitigation strategies.
  
• Prepare contractualnotices and formal correspondence as required.
  
• Ensure strictcompliance with contract terms and conditions across execution.
  
• Manage end-to-endtendering process including RFQs, bid analysis, and vendor evaluation.
  
• Coordinate with theDesign Team and HO-QS to receive design deliverables and validated BOQs.
  
• Prepare detailed tenderdocuments as per project and commercial requirements.
  
• Float tenders tocontractors and ensure proper communication of scope and timelines.
  
• Coordinate withcontractors for site visits and pre-bid meetings.
  
• Receive, review, andvalidate quotations/bid documents from contractors.
  
• Perform technicalevaluation and detailed rate analysis of bids.
  
• Prepare comparativestatements (techno-commercial) for management review.
  
• Organize negotiationmeetings and provide relevant data/analysis to senior management fornegotiations.
  
• Carry out necessarycoordination with all internal and external stakeholders during thetendering process.
  
• Ensure timelycompletion of work order issuance as per Tender Event Schedule and siterequirements.
  
• Preparetechno-commercial comparisons and support vendor finalization.
  
• Coordinate withprocurement and project teams for negotiations and contract closure.
  
• Prepare draft workorders based on finalized negotiations and agreed terms.
  
• Follow up on work orderapprovals through ERP systems and manual processes.
  
• Ensure timely releaseof work orders aligned with project timelines.
  

4. Commercial & Cost Coordination

• Work closely with QSteam on BOQs, cost estimates, and budget alignment.
  
• Track variations, extraitems, and contractual cost implications.
  
• Support costmonitoring, forecasting, and commercial reporting.
  
• Verify contractor RAbills as per contract terms and progress.
  
• Ensure compliance withbilling milestones, payment terms, and statutory requirements.
  
• Maintain properdocumentation for audits and commercial reviews.
  

6. Project Coordination

• Liaise with Planning,Execution, QS, QA/QC, and Design teams for contract execution.
  
• Monitor projectprogress against contractual milestones and flag risks.
  
• Ensure alignmentbetween site execution and contractual obligations.
  
• Conduct kick-offmeetings with contractors and site teams post award to align scope,timelines, and contractual expectations.
  

7. Governance & Reporting

• Maintain contracttrackers, risk registers, and MIS reports.
  
• Ensure adherence tocompany SOPs, policies, and audit requirements.
  
• Provide periodicupdates to management on contract status and risks.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• B.E./B.Tech in CivilEngineering.
  
• 10–12 years ofexperience in QS, estimation, and contracts.
  
• Strong ERP systemsknowledge and advanced Excel proficiency required.
  
• Strong knowledge ofcontract law and construction contracts
  
• Experience in Mivan /aluminium formwork projects preferred
  
• Strongtechno-commercial and negotiation skills
  
• Analytical mindset withattention to detail