Role Objective: To lead and direct the company's pre-contract and post-contract commercial functions, ensuring the preparation of accurate, competitive project tenders and the diligent management of all contractual obligations. This role is fundamentally accountable for securing profitable projects and mitigating commercial and contractual risk across all our operations.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Estimation & Tendering Management:

Lead the preparation and submission of all project tenders, ensuring bids are both competitive and commercially viable.
Oversee the detailed analysis of project drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BOQ) to perform accurate cost estimations for materials, labor, and overheads.
Direct the value engineering process to provide cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or design intent.
Maintain and develop a robust database of costing information, supplier rates, and productivity norms.

Contracts Administration & Governance:

Serve as the primary authority for the review, negotiation, and finalization of all client and subcontractor contract documents, identifying and mitigating potential risks.
Manage the complete contract lifecycle, including the administration of variations, extensions of time, and the preparation and negotiation of claims.
Ensure all project activities and correspondence are in strict compliance with the established contractual terms and conditions.
Provide expert contractual advice and guidance to the project execution teams throughout the project duration.

Commercial Leadership & Reporting:

Manage, mentor, and develop the estimation and contracts team, establishing departmental objectives and performance metrics.
Prepare and present detailed commercial reports, cash flow projections, and risk analysis summaries to senior management.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders.

Mandatory Candidate Profile

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying is mandatory. A postgraduate qualification in Construction Management or Contract Law is highly advantageous.
Experience: A minimum of 10-12 years of progressive experience in estimation and contracts management, with significant exposure to the façade, glazing, or specialized construction industry.
Knowledge & Skills: In-depth knowledge of standard construction contract forms (e.g., FIDIC), tendering processes, and costing principles is essential. The candidate must possess exceptional negotiation, analytical, and risk management skills.

Skills: pre-contract,post-contract,commercials,tender,tender preparation,competitive tendering,tender submissions,bid preparation,bidding process,contract documentation,boq,commercial reporting,negotiation,bids

Estimation & Contract Manager (Civil Engineers Only) - P