Senior Construction Contracts Manager

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Construction Contracts Manager to lead all contractual activities for major construction projects in a fully remote role. You will draft, negotiate, and administer contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers while ensuring legal compliance and policy alignment.

The role requires deep construction law knowledge and strategic oversight. You will oversee claims, variations, and contract governance, providing guidance to project teams and senior management,

Qualifications

• Law degree or a bachelor’s in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction contract management, with negotiation and administration experience.
• Expert knowledge of FIDIC, NEC, or other standard forms of construction contracts.
• Proven ability to manage complex contractual issues and disputes.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills for remote interaction.
• Experience with project management and contract management software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex construction contracts, including subcontracts, consultancy agreements, and supply contracts.
• Manage the entire contract lifecycle from procurement through to close-out, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
• Administer contract terms, monitor performance, and resolve disputes or claims effectively.
• Provide expert advice on contractual matters to project teams and senior management.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of claims and variations in accordance with contractual provisions.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Remote collaboration

Education

Law degree or related bachelor’s in Construction Management/Quantity Surveying

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished and strategic Senior Construction Contracts Manager to oversee all contractual aspects of their significant construction projects. Operating in a fully remote capacity, this role is paramount for ensuring that all contracts are robust, compliant, and effectively managed to protect the company's interests. You will be responsible for drafting, negotiating, and administering contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring adherence to legal requirements and company policies. This position requires exceptional legal acumen, negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of the construction industry's contractual landscape, offering a challenging and rewarding remote career opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex construction contracts, including subcontracts, consultancy agreements, and supply contracts.
• Manage the entire contract lifecycle from procurement through to close-out, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
• Administer contract terms, monitor performance, and resolve disputes or claims effectively.
• Provide expert advice on contractual matters to project teams and senior management.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of claims and variations in accordance with contractual provisions.

Requirements

• Law degree or a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction contract management, with substantial experience in contract negotiation and administration.
• Expert knowledge of FIDIC, NEC, or other standard forms of construction contracts.
• Proven ability to manage complex contractual issues and disputes.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills, suitable for remote interaction.
• Experience working with project management and contract management software is essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus potential.
• Fully remote work arrangement with full home office support.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including premium health coverage.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Engage with high-profile projects within the dynamic construction sector from a remote setting.