Senior Manager (Contracts Management Unit)

Phanda Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a Contracts Management Unit leader in Johannesburg. This role requires managing commercial and contract matters for infrastructure projects, developing policies, and providing leadership within the unit. Candidates must have a degree in Quantity Surveying or an LLB with arbitration registration and at least 18 years' experience, including 8 years in a managerial capacity. Required skills include strong contract management, procurement, and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years' experience, 8 years at managerial level.
• Registration as a professional QS or Arbitrator required.
• Knowledge of construction contract law is compulsory.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Commercial and Contract matters for Infrastructure Projects.
• Develop policies and procedures in line with relevant legislation.
• Compile reports and maintain contracts management dashboard.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement processes

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

LLB Degree with Arbitration registration

Job description

Leadership and Management of Contracts Management Unit Ensure that all contracts' purpose, scope, objectives, constraints, and risks are developed and managed effectively and efficiently in line with company strategic objectives and relevant policies and legislation.

Key Responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities : Manage all Commercial and Contract matters for Infrastructure Projects including Contracts register.

Develop and implement policies, procedures, and guidelines in line with the latest MFMA, PFMA, and the Client's Supply Chain Management policies.

Develop and implement strategies and business plans in line with SDBIP / Infrastructure planning / PMU and ESU standards.

Troubleshoot and problem-solve issues escalated from the Chief Contracts Manager and Chief Quantity Surveyor.

Manage procurement processes for all CAPEX Contracts.

Develop and present the Contracts Management Unit annual operations plan and budget for incorporation into the CAPEX departmental budget.

Provide leadership and management in the Contracts Management Unit through proactive planning.

Develop appropriate procedures (SOPs) to provide sustainable Contracts Management Services.

Develop and implement control systems and processes necessary for the Contracts Management Unit's success.

Develop and manage CAPEX budget control expenditure by ensuring spending is appropriate and necessary for the achievement of objectives.

Compile reports and statistics.

Administer the CAPEX Contracts Management Dashboard.

Understand and utilize in-house MIS systems relevant to the discipline.

Manage contractors and project implementation KPIs and KPAs.

Be responsible for CAPEX / OPERATIONS Procurement Documents from review of procurement documents to Bid advert to Tender Award.

Desired Experience & Qualification Requirements and Experience

Degree in Quantity Surveying + registration as a professional QS with a minimum of 18 years' experience, of which 8 must be at managerial level.

OR LLB Degree + registration as an Arbitrator with Arbitration SA in Construction Contracts, with 18 years of relevant experience in Contract Management for Infrastructure Projects.

Knowledge of Supply Chain Management and related experience in MFMA / PPFA and construction and contract law knowledge and experience in NEC / JBCC / FIDIC / GCC forms of contract is compulsory.

Valid driver's license.