Contracts Engineer

First Balfour Inc; Parañaque; On-site; PHP 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Metro Manila is seeking a Contracts Engineer responsible for managing contractual and commercial aspects of construction projects. The role includes reviewing contracts, preparing claims, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related fields and 3-5 years of experience in contracts management. This role is integral to safeguarding legal and commercial interests in project execution.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in contracts management, preferably in construction or infrastructure.
• Able to review and interpret contracts and subcontracts.
• Proficient in preparing contractual claims and variations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all contractual terms and conditions.
• Prepare and negotiate claims and change orders.
• Identify and advise on contractual risks.

Skills

Contracts management

Risk management

Claims negotiation

Document administration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) or Quantity Surveying/Construction Management

Job description

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) or Quantity Surveying/Construction Management.
• Experience: With 3-5 years of experience in contracts management, preferably within the construction or infrastructure industry.

Responsibilities

The Contracts Engineer is responsible for the contractual and commercial health of construction projects. This role ensures all project activities comply with the legal and commercial terms of the contract, managing risk, controlling claims, and overseeing contractual documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Management:
• Review, interpret, and summarize main contracts and subcontracts.
• Ensure all project operations adhere strictly to contractual terms and conditions.
• Claims and Variation Management:
• Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate contractual claims (time and cost) and variations (Change Orders).
• Maintain detailed records and documentation to support all claims and contractual correspondence.
• Risk and Compliance:
• Identify potential contractual risks and advise the project team on mitigation strategies.
• Administer essential documentation, including securing, tracking, and verifying insurance certificates and performance bonds.
• Correspondence and Records:
• Draft and manage all formal contractual letters and correspondence.
• Organize and maintain a comprehensive, auditable system for all contract-related documents.