Assistant Contracts Manager

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts for precast supply, fabrication, erection, transport, and installation.
• Coordinate closely with project managers, estimators, procurement, and engineering teams to align contractual obligations with project timelines and technical specifications.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks related to project delivery, scheduling, and logistics.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant construction regulations, codes, and standards (e.g., structural integrity, load-bearing limits, environmental compliance).
• Maintain strong client relationships while protecting company interests during negotiations and issue resolution.
• Track and manage contract performance, including variations, claims, extensions of time (EOT), and disputes.
• Develop standard contract templates and implement best practices specific to the precast and civil construction sector.
• Oversee contract close-out, final account settlements, and post-contract reviews.
• Support internal training and development of contract and commercial team members.
• Liaise with legal counsel when needed on high-value or complex disputes.

Job Requirements (Specific Skills or Knowledge)

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of contract management experience in the precast, construction, or civil engineering industry.
• Strong knowledge of relevant contract frameworks.
• Experience with supply chain contracts, subcontractor agreements, and construction delivery schedules.
• Strong understanding of industry-specific risks such as site access delays, transport logistics, structural tolerance, and off-site manufacturing lead times.
• Proficient in MS Office, contract management software, and ERP tools