Contracts Manager Germiston

Headcount Personnel Consultants; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management firm seeks a Contracts Manager in South Africa to oversee a variety of projects from startup to completion. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in large infrastructure projects, a valid driver's license, and excellent resource management skills. The role includes ensuring compliance with contracts, quality assurance, and managing teams on-site. Strong knowledge of ISO standards and related legislative acts is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of successful experience as a Contracts Manager on large infrastructure projects.
• Valid driver's licence required.
• Deadline-driven and results-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from startup to handover ensuring timely completion.
• Manage resources required for projects including labor, materials, and equipment.
• Prepare progress reports and ensure contracts are followed.
• Conduct daily site visits for quality and compliance checks.

Skills

Above average working knowledge of ISO standards

Sound knowledge of quality, environmental, risk, health, and safety principles

Good verbal and non-verbal communication skills

Strong administrative and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in one or more African languages

Above average computer skills including Microsoft Office tools

Education

Minimum of NQF 7 qualification

SACPCMP membership/registration

NACE 1 or more

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Planning software knowledge

Job description

The Contracts Manager oversees projects from startup to handover, ensuring that work is completed on time and within its budget.

As a Contracts Manager, you will be working on a wide variety of projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Logistics and resource management – Plan all resources required for the project (including labour, material, and plant & equipment)
• Site environmental matters – Ensure contracts are suitably resourced with regard to labour, material, and equipment
• Implementation, coordination, and management of the IMS systems
• Coordinate the technical aspects of the contract(s) under your management
• Ensure the contractual/commercial management of the contracts
• Drive compliance with contracts program and plan
• Report on project deliverables to management
• Understand, interpret, and provide guidance on technical specifications and requirements
• Responsible for HR/IR matters on the contracts including appointments, disciplinary actions, and employee/union engagements
• Assume responsibility for equipment, vehicles, and other resources assigned to the contracts
• Prepare monthly, weekly, and daily project plans, setting targets for all teams including labour and sub‑contractors
• Prepare monthly payment certificates and follow up on outstanding claims
• Plan and execute all work within the set project budget
• Monitor the progress of the project by regularly reviewing time schedules, budgets, resources, and conducting a risk analysis
• Conduct daily site visits to inspect quality of workmanship, verify material, and ensure that staff are following health and safety guidelines
• Manage and oversee all teams on the site including sub‑contractors
• Oversee the logistical requirements of the project
• Assist the professional team in resolving any contractual and technical matters which may impact the progress of the project
• Verify and report on any variation orders/site instructions which may impact the planned programme or cause design changes
• Attend all site meetings with clients, management, staff, subcontractors, or third parties as directed
• Ensure the delivery of high‑quality work within contract timescale
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress and technical reports as per requirements agreed with the professional team
• Maintain contact and provide feedback to the clients on matters relating to the execution of the contracts
• Undertake site walk‑downs to assess work procedures, site conditions, safety compliance, environmental compliance, technical guidance, and feedback
• Ensure records are properly kept, maintained, and distributed
• Organise, attend, and conduct internal and external meetings when necessary to meet the project/contract objectives
• Manage costs and expenditure in line with budgets and allowable
• Ensure invoicing is submitted timeously and that payments by the client are made timeously
• Ensure that the working capital for the execution of the projects/contracts is kept as low as possible
• Identify and address areas of continual improvement and communicate these to management as well as persons under your control
• Monitor compliance with quality assurance and control requirements
• Liaise with various forums regarding social responsibility programs and initiatives
• Delegation of duties to suitably qualified personnel
• Ensure that performance monitoring of personnel engaged on the projects/contracts is undertaken
• Undertake assessments of training requirements for personnel
• Set targets and deliverables for direct reports
• Review contract performance
• It is anticipated that this position will have direct reports, managing approximately employees including Contract Managers, Site Managers, Safety Managers/Officers, HR/IR Personnel, Quantity Surveyors, Planners, and Administrative staff.
• Promote the interests of the company at all times
• Assist in the marketing of the company's services and offerings.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Above average working knowledge of the ISO standards, OSH Act, and the Labour Relations Act.
• Sound knowledge of quality, environmental, risk, occupational health, and safety principles.
• SACPCMP membership/registration.
• Good level of understanding of contracts including but not limited to NEC, FIDIC, and GCC.
• Good verbal and non‑verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in one or more African languages would be advantageous.
• Minimum of NQF 7 qualification is required.
• NACE 1 or more would be advantageous.
• Strong administrative, organisation, and problem‑solving skills are required.
• The appointee must be deadline‑driven and results‑oriented.
• Above average computer skills are required particularly with regard to Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and knowledge of Project (or other planning software).
• Have a valid driver's licence.
• At least 5 years of successful experience as a Contracts Manager on large infrastructure projects and/or maintenance contracts.

Package & Remuneration

Not specified.