Contracts Manager – Construction industry – Pretoria, Gauteng

Hire Resolve; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is urgently seeking a Contracts Manager in Pretoria, Gauteng. The role involves managing contracts with clients and subcontractors, ensuring legal compliance, and handling negotiations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and strong experience in the construction industry. A highly competitive salary is offered based on experience. If you're looking for the next step in your career, apply now!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Experience in contracts management within the construction industry is essential.
• Strong knowledge of standard forms of contract such as FIDIC, NEC, JBCC.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Review tenders and identify contractual risks and opportunities.
• Ensure legal compliance and manage contractual risks effectively.
• Support project teams with cost control, claims, and variations
• Handle contract negotiations and stakeholder communications
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and records
• Resolve disputes and manage claims efficiently
• Liaise with legal teams when needed
• Attend project meetings and align contract terms with execution
• Ensure deliverables and obligations are clearly understood and met

Skills

Contracts management

Contract negotiations

Risk management

Dispute resolution

Legal compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, or related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Contract management software

Job description

Hire Resolve’s client in the construction industry is urgently seeking the expertise of a Contracts Manager in Pretoria, Gauteng.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and administer contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Review tenders and identify contractual risks and opportunities
• Ensure legal compliance and manage contractual risks
• Support project teams with cost control, claims, and variations
• Handle contract negotiations and stakeholder communications
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and records
• Resolve disputes and manage claims efficiently
• Liaise with legal teams when needed
• Attend project meetings and align contract terms with execution
• Ensure deliverables and obligations are clearly understood and met

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, or related field
• Experience in contracts management within the construction industry
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC, NEC, JBCC, or other standard forms of contract
• Proven experience in tendering, claims, and dispute resolution
• Solid understanding of commercial and legal aspects of construction projects
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and contract management software

Contact Hire Resolve for you next career-changing move.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.