CPWD / FIDIC Professional

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Drafting & Administration:

• Draft, review, and interpret contract documents as per CPWD and/or FIDIC guidelines.
• Ensure all contractual obligations are well-defined, documented, and executed in line with project objectives.
• Manage correspondence related to contract variations, extensions, claims, and notices.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure adherence to CPWD manuals, GCC, SCC, and other government guidelines or to FIDIC contract conditions (Red/Yellow/Silver Books).
• Identify contractual risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and ensure contractual safeguards are in place.
• Coordinate with legal and procurement teams to ensure regulatory compliance and minimize exposure.

Tendering and Bidding Support:

• Assist in the preparation and review of tender documents in line with CPWD/FIDIC norms.
• Support bid evaluation and contract negotiations with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.

Change Orders and Claims Management:

• Analyze change orders, variations, and scope amendments; assess their impact on project cost and timeline.
• Prepare and evaluate claims for extensions of time (EOT), cost escalation, and loss of productivity.
• Liaise with consultants, clients, and contractors to resolve disputes or ambiguities in contract terms.

Project Monitoring and Reporting:

• Track contract performance against key deliverables and milestones.
• Generate reports on contractual progress, risks, claims, and compliance metrics.
• Support project teams in contract interpretation and application on site.

Dispute Resolution Support:

• Assist in preparing documentation for arbitration, mediation, or legal proceedings.
• Maintain records and justifications to support claims or defend against disputes.

Stakeholder Coordination:

• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, procurement teams, legal advisors, and external consultants to align contractual activities.
• Communicate effectively with government bodies, international agencies, and regulatory authorities when required.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Law, or related discipline.
• Experience: 5+ years in contract management for infrastructure or public sector projects using CPWD and/or FIDIC contract formats.
• Certifications (Preferred):
• FIDIC Contract Management Certification
• CPWD Works Procedure / Contracts training
• RICS / PMP or similar project/construction contract certifications

Skills Required:

• In-depth knowledge of CPWD Works Manual, GCC, SCC, and government tendering procedures.
• Hands-on experience with FIDIC contract formats (Red, Yellow, Silver Books).
• Strong understanding of legal and commercial aspects of contracts.
• Good negotiation, communication, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, contract management tools, and project management software.
• Ability to interpret complex contract clauses and apply them practically.