Contracts Manager

SKG Properties; East London; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

SKG Properties in the Eastern Cape seeks an experienced Projects/Contracts Manager to lead interior fit-out and finishing projects from tender to handover.

You will manage drywall, ceilings, partitioning, and related trades, coordinate with clients, consultants, and subcontractors, and ensure on-time delivery within budget.

Strong practical and commercial experience, ability to prepare BOQs, review pricing, and monitor costs is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction and interior finishing (drywall, ceilings, painting, flooring).
• Proven project delivery capability in commercial builds.
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and trades.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from tender to handover.
• Prepare and review take-offs from drawings and specifications.
• Analyse drawings to identify requirements.
• Prepare and review BOQs, quotations and pricing.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and site teams.
• Monitor costs, programmes, quality and productivity.
• Ensure delivery within budgets and timeframes.
• Drive completion, snagging and handover.

Skills

Read drawings

Accurate take-offs

BOQ development

Cost control

Contract management

Subcontractors management

Vendor negotiation

Communication

Time management

Education

Construction Management

Quantity Surveying

Project Management

Job description

Founded in 2000. SKG Properties specialises in the development, leasing and management of commercial and industrial real estate.

Joining us means seizing an opportunity to work in a dynamic, industry leading property company in South Africa, where ethic, customer service and teamwork are the foundation of our success.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Eastern CapeKula Nathi Construction is looking for an experienced and results-drivenProjects / Contracts Manager to join our team.

We are looking for an individual with strong practical andcommercial experience in interior fit-out and finishing trades, particularlydrywall, ceilings and partitioning, who can take full responsibility formanaging projects from tender stage through to successful completion.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage projects from tender, procurement and construction through to completion and handover.
• Prepare and review accurate material and labour take-offs from drawings and specifications.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and scopes of work to identify project requirements.
• Prepare and review BOQs, quotations and pricing.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams.
• Monitor project costs, programmes, quality and productivity.
• Ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets and timeframes.
• Coordinate drywall, ceilings, partitioning and other finishing trades.
• Review subcontractor pricing and ensure quotations are accurate and commercially competitive.
• Identify variations, additional works and potential commercial risks.
• Manage contractual obligations and ensure proper project documentation.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, architects, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Monitor procurement and ensure materials are ordered and delivered in accordance with the programme.
• Conduct regular site inspections and resolve construction issues.
• Ensure workmanship meets the required quality, specification and project standards.
• Assist with project planning, forecasting and cost control.
• Drive projects to completion and ensure effective snagging and handover.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A relevant qualification in Construction Management,Quantity Surveying, Building, Project Management or a related field will beadvantageous.
• Relevant industry experience and proven project deliverycapability will also be considered.

The successful candidate must have substantial hands-on experience in the construction and interior finishing environment, including:

• Drywall systems
• Bulkheads and feature ceilings
• Painting and associated finishing trades
• Flooring and other related finishing works
• General commercial building finishes

Strong experience in commercial construction, tenant installations (TI), retail, warehouses, offices or similar projects will be advantageous.

SKILLS:

The candidate must be able to:

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Complete accurate take-offs independently.
• Understand quantities, dimensions and material requirements.
• Develop and interrogate BOQs and scopes of work.
• Understand construction methodologies and sequencing.
• Manage multiple subcontractors and trades.
• Identify potential cost overruns and programme delays.
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and site teams.
• Work under pressure and meet demanding project deadlines.
• Take ownership and accountability for project delivery.

Psychometric tests are required to be undertaken by shortlisted candidates.

Should you not have been contacted by 15 October 2026 please consider your application unsuccessful.