Job Title: Contracts Manager

Location: HQ / Chennai

Department: Contracts / Commercial

Reporting to: Head - Contracts / Director - Projects / Commercial Head

Experience: 6+ years in Contracts Management (preferably in EPC, PEB, or Industrial Construction)

Education: B.E. / B.Tech - Civil or Mechanical (Full-time)

Travel: Required

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead and manage all aspects of contract administration for our construction projects across India. The role involves drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing contractual documents with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants. The ideal candidate will ensure legal and commercial compliance, minimize risks, and support project teams throughout the contract lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Contract Phase

Review tender documents, BOQs, and client specifications.
Prepare contract risk assessments and provide recommendations to management.
Participate in bid clarifications, techno-commercial meetings, and contract negotiations.
Collaborate with Estimation, Design, and Sales teams to ensure alignment between contract terms and project deliverables.

Contract Finalization

Draft, review, and negotiate main contract agreements, subcontracts, purchase orders, and MoUs.
Draft and vet NDAs, MoUs, and other legal documents shared by or with the company.
Ensure all contractual obligations are clarified, documented, and agreed upon before project commencement.
Ensure compliance requirements—including labour and statutory compliances—are adhered to.
Draft and manage all contractual correspondence and ensure proper document control.
Ensure legal clauses, liabilities, indemnities, and penalties are appropriately addressed.

Post-Contract Administration (Client & Contractor Agreements)

Monitor contract compliance throughout project execution.
Manage variations, change orders, and claims with proper documentation and approvals.
Support project teams by interpreting contract clauses and resolving disputes.
Maintain structured records of correspondence, approvals, delays, claims, and EoT (Extensions of Time).
Coordinate with Legal, Finance, Procurement, and Project teams as required.

Dispute Resolution & Risk Mitigation

Prepare notices, claims, and responses in case of disputes.
Collaborate with legal counsel for arbitration, litigation, or settlements.
Identify contractual risks proactively and implement mitigation strategies.

Subcontractor Onboarding & Vendor Management

Facilitate subcontractor onboarding in line with commercial and compliance policies.
Maintain a structured database of subcontractors, templates, and documentation.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of construction contracts (FIDIC, CPWD, GCC, etc.)
Familiarity with PEB-specific contracts and industrial/infrastructure projects
Proficiency in drafting and vetting MoUs, NDAs, and other legal documents
Strong understanding of labour and statutory compliance
Experience with EPC, turnkey, item-rate, and design-build contracts
Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills
Proficiency in MS Office, Contract Management tools, and ERP systems
Good understanding of Indian contract laws and dispute resolution processes

Preferred Industry Background

EPC and turnkey construction companies
PEB / Pre-Engineered Building industry
Industrial sheds, warehouses, factories, or infrastructure development