Contract Specialist

HRSI; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Karachi is seeking an experienced contract management professional with 5 to 7 years of experience in the mining, engineering, or construction sectors. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of contract law and outstanding negotiation skills. Responsibilities include preparing tender packages, managing post-award contract activities, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in contract management or administration.
• Comprehensive knowledge of contract law, commercial practices, and industry-standard contracting frameworks.
• Proven ability to draft and interpret complex contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Review the scope of work and contract conditions to prepare accurate, comprehensive tender packages.
• Coordinate the tendering process with relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct commercial and legal negotiations to align contractual terms with company objectives.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Financial management

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Business Administration, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or Cost Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Contract management systems

Job description

Location: Karachi

Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Business Administration, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or Cost Engineering.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in contract management or administration within the mining, engineering, or construction sectors.
• Extensive experience in the development and execution of EPC, D&C, BOO, and construction-only contracts.
• Strong familiarity with both head-office and site-based contract administration processes.
• Proven expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, claims management, and assessment of progress payments and variations.

Requirements:

• Comprehensive knowledge of contract law, commercial practices, and industry-standard contracting frameworks.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and financial management skills.
• Proven ability to draft and interpret complex contract documents.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, and contract management systems (highly desirable).

Responsibilities:

• Review the scope of work and contract conditions to prepare accurate, comprehensive tender packages.
• Coordinate the tendering process, including commercial and technical evaluations, with relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct commercial and legal negotiations to ensure contractual terms align with company objectives and mitigate risks.
• Prepare contract award recommendations and business cases for management approval.
• Administer post-award contract activities, including managing claims, variations, and extensions of time.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance with contractual, insurance, and security requirements.
• Maintain complete and organized records of all contract-related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with policies, Delegation of Authority (DOA), legal standards, and internal procedures.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks in coordination with project teams and legal advisors.
• Support the prompt resolution of scheduling, performance, and contractual disputes.
• Review and approve monthly progress claims, prepare payment certificates, and manage contract budgets and forecasts.
• Track and control contract costs, ensuring alignment between purchase orders, invoices, and contracted scope.
• Conduct and lead regular progress meetings with contractors and stakeholders, ensuring minutes and actions are documented.
• Evaluate contractor performance based on defined KPIs and provide input for continuous improvement.
• Ensure contractors meet agreed timelines, deliverables, and quality standards in line with contract terms.