Contracts Manager

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary package

Company car

Private medical aid

Retirement fund

Continuing legal education

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of a leading construction firm, seeks a seasoned Contracts Manager to oversee commercial and legal aspects of major projects in Polokwane and Limpopo. You will draft, review, and negotiate contracts to protect the firm's interests and ensure contractual integrity.

You will lead contract administration across the project lifecycle, manage variations, claims, and disputes, and provide strategic guidance to project teams and senior management on procurement and risk

Qualifications

• A law degree or a degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in construction contract management.
• Extensive knowledge of standard forms of contract (e.g., NEC, FIDIC) and South African contract law.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and dispute resolution skills.
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure or building projects in the Polokwane area.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts, subcontracts, and consultancy agreements.
• Manage contract administration throughout the project lifecycle, including variations, claims, and disputes.
• Ensure all contractual obligations are met by the company and by third parties.
• Provide expert advice on contractual matters to project teams and senior management.
• Develop and implement contract management strategies to minimize risk and maximize value.
• Conduct contract audits and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and company policies.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Dispute resolution

Risk management

Contract management

Communication skills

Education

Law degree or Construction Management/Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

NEC contracts

FIDIC contracts

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Contracts Manager to oversee the commercial and legal aspects of their construction projects in Polokwane and across Limpopo province. This senior role demands a deep understanding of contract law, negotiation, and risk management within the construction sector. You will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and managing all construction contracts, ensuring compliance and mitigating potential disputes. This is a strategic position for an experienced professional seeking to drive commercial success and ensure contractual integrity for a leading construction firm in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts, subcontracts, and consultancy agreements.
• Manage contract administration throughout the project lifecycle, including variations, claims, and disputes.
• Ensure all contractual obligations are met by the company and by third parties.
• Provide expert advice on contractual matters to project teams and senior management.
• Develop and implement contract management strategies to minimize risk and maximize value.
• Conduct contract audits and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and company policies.

Requirements

• A law degree or a degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in construction contract management.
• Extensive knowledge of standard forms of contract (e.g., NEC, FIDIC) and South African contract law.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and dispute resolution skills.
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure or building projects in the Polokwane area.

Benefits

• A leading executive salary package.
• Annual bonus tied to contract performance and risk mitigation.
• Company car and associated benefits.
• Executive private medical aid and retirement fund.
• Support for continuing legal education and professional development.