Contracts Manager

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

Travel: Required

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee all aspects of contract management and administration for our construction projects across India. The ideal candidate will be responsible for reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and managing contractual documents with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants—ensuring compliance with legal and commercial requirements and minimizing risks.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Contract Phase

● Review tender documents, BOQs, and client specifications.

● Prepare contract risk assessments and advise the management.

● Participate in bid clarifications, techno-commercial discussions, and contract negotiations.

● Collaborate with the Estimation, Design, and Sales teams to align contract terms with company 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 documented and agreed upon prior to project start.

● Ensure all compliance requirements, including labour compliances, are followed by the contracts.

● Draft and manage all correspondence with clients and subcontractors and ensure proper document control.

● Ensure all legal clauses, liabilities, indemnities, and penalties are addressed appropriately.

Post-Contract Administration (Client & Contractor agreements)

● Monitor contract compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

● Handle variations, change orders, and claims—ensuring proper documentation and approvals.

● Support project execution teams in interpreting contract clauses and resolving disputes.

● Maintain records of correspondences, approvals, delays, claims, and extensions of time (EoT).

● Coordinate with legal, finance, procurement, and project departments as needed.

Dispute Resolution & Risk Mitigation

● Lead the preparation of notices, claims, and responses in case of disputes.

● Work with legal counsel when needed for arbitration, litigation, or out-of-court settlements.

● Proactively identify contractual risks and mitigate them early.

Subcontractor Onboarding & Vendor Management

● Facilitate onboarding of subcontractors in line with commercial policies.

● Maintain a structured database of subcontractors and contract templates.

Key Skills & Competencies:

● Strong knowledge of construction contracts (FIDIC, CPWD, GCC, etc.)

● Familiar with PEB-specific contracts and industrial/infrastructure projects

● Proficiency in MoU/NDA drafting, vetting legal documents, and ensuring document control

● Strong understanding of labour and statutory compliance in contracts

● Expertise in handling EPC, turnkey, item-rate, and design-build contracts

● Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills

● Proficiency in MS Office, Contract Management tools, and ERP systems

● Familiar with relevant Indian contract laws and dispute resolution mechanisms

Preferred Industry Background:

● EPC and turnkey construction companies

● PEB / Pre-Engineered Building industry

● Industrial shed, warehouses, factories, or infrastructure development

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

• Notice period
• Current and Expected Salary

Experience:

• Contract management: 6 years (Required)
• EPC Projects: 4 years (Preferred)

Location:

• Chennai, Tamil Nadu (Required)

Work Location: In person