SBU Head - Contract Administration & Billing (Post Award)

Adani Realty; Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Realty is seeking a Lead – Contract Admin with 15+ years of experience in electrical or mechanical EPC projects to manage contracts across sites in Mumbai and beyond. You will administer contracts, support claims, and coordinate with EPC contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely, compliant delivery.

Responsibilities include drafting letters, maintaining documentation, preparing MIS reports, and assisting in dispute resolution. A CCCA certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Certifications such as Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) or similar.
• 15+ years of work experience in contract administration.
• Experience in construction, infrastructure, or real estate sectors.
• Exposure to large EPC, government contracts, or PPP projects preferred.
• Working knowledge of contract management tools and reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Administer contracts through the lifecycle, including issuance, tracking, renewals, and compliance verification.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing contract letters, minutes of meetings, and formal correspondence with EPC contractors and vendors.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract documentation in centralized repositories.
• Coordinate with Planning, Engineering, Legal, and Site teams to ensure contractual alignment and deliverables.
• Support the preparation of Monthly Contract MIS reports and status updates for leadership review.
• Support in claims, EoT requests, variation proposals, and change orders.
• Compile evidence, timelines, and documentation for defending or pursuing claims.
• Monitor timelines and alert relevant teams for timely submission of contractual notices.
• Assist in drafting statements, rejoinders, and supporting material in disputes or arbitration.
• Flag risks, due diligence reviews, and track milestone-based deliverables.

Skills

Contract administration

Dispute resolution

Stakeholder coordination

Contract lifecycle management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

CCCA certification

Tools

Contract management tools

PMO reporting systems

Job description

Job Description

About Business

Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world-class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large-scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG-rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

NMDPL: Navbharat Mega Developers Pvt. Ltd. (NMDPL) is a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) formed through a joint venture between the Government of Maharashtra and the Adani Group. It leads the Dharavi Redevelopment Project, aiming to transform one of Asia’s largest informal settlements into a modern urban hub with sustainable housing, infrastructure, and economic opportunities.

Job Purpose

The Lead – Contract Administration supports the strategic and operational activities of the contract management function across NMDPL’s urban redevelopment and infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for day-to-day contract administration, claim support, risk flagging, and coordination with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders. The position ensures timely documentation, assists in dispute resolution processes, and promotes contractual discipline across project sites.

Responsibilities

Lead Contract Admin

• Administer contracts throughout the lifecycle, including issuance, tracking, renewals, and compliance verification.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing contract letters, minutes of meetings, and formal correspondence with EPC contractors and vendors.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract documentation in centralized repositories.
• Coordinate with Planning, Engineering, Legal, and Site teams to ensure contractual alignment and deliverables.
• Support the preparation of Monthly Contract MIS reports and status updates for leadership review.

Claims & Dispute Support

• Support the Head – Contract Admin in preparing and analyzing claims, EoT requests, variation proposals, and change orders.
• Compile evidence, timelines, and documentation required for defending or pursuing claims.
• Monitor timelines and alert relevant teams for timely submission of contractual notices.
• Assist in the drafting of statements, rejoinders, and supporting material in case of disputes or arbitration.

Risk Monitoring & Documentation Compliance

• Flag potential risks in contract execution and highlight deviations or non-compliance from EPC partners.
• Support in due diligence reviews of bid documents and coordinate internally for necessary inputs.
• Track contract deliverables and ensure milestone-based compliance across assigned projects.

Collaboration & Communication

• Act as the central point of contact for site-level contract issues and liaise with corporate office teams for resolution.
• Support the Head in interfacing with legal and finance teams for integrated contract management.
• Facilitate regular reviews with project teams to ensure contract obligations are understood and followed.

Training, Reporting & Quality

• Participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives and internal training sessions on contract practices or dispute learnings.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and ensure adherence to quality and safety compliance in all contractual communications.

Key Stakeholders – Internal

• Projects
• Design
• Engineering
• PMO
• Finance and Accounts
• Safety
• Quality
• Legal
• Regulatory
• Architects

Key Stakeholders – External

• Vendors
• Contractors
• Consultants

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Certifications such as Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) or similar credentials.
• Work Experience: 15+ years.
• Preferred Industry: Experience in contract administration within the construction, infrastructure, or real estate sectors.
• Exposure to large-scale EPC contracts, government contracts, or PPP projects preferred.
• Working knowledge of contract management tools and reporting systems.