Contract Management Expert

Position Title: Contract Management Expert   

Job Type: Full Time 

Key Qualifications/Requirements:   

(i) Graduate Degree in Civil Engineering with minimum of 10 years’ Experience in Handling Contracts pertaining to Construction industry (Minimum of 8 years’ Experience in Railways Projects).  

OR  

(ii) Diploma in Civil engineering with minimum of 15 years’ Experience in Handling Contracts pertaining to Construction Industry (Minimum of 10 years’ Experience in Railways Projects)  

OR 

(iii)A retired Engineer from Railway/PSU with at least 7 years’ experience in either in gazetted cadre of Engineering department of Railways and/or as Manager and above in civil engineering department in RITES/IRCON/RVNL or equivalent grade in Konkan Railway/MRVC/DFCCIL/any JVS or SPVs with Ministry of Railways, any Metro Rail Corporation either individually or combined. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Oversee the preparation, negotiation, and execution of contracts, ensuring all terms and conditions are aligned with the project's objectives, timelines, and regulatory requirements. 

• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks associated with contracts and construction processes, particularly in the railway sector. 

• Maintain detailed and accurate contract files, including amendments, variations, and communication between project stakeholders. 

• Liaise with clients, contractors, subcontractors, and legal teams to ensure that the project progresses smoothly and according to the contractual terms. 

• Monitor and manage project costs, ensuring adherence to the budget and handling any claims or variations in contract scope. 

• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards within the construction and railway industries. Provide regular reports on contract performance to senior management. 

• Manage and resolve any contractual disputes, including handling claims and negotiating settlements or alternatives to avoid litigation. 

• Manage contract changes and amendments, ensuring that any alterations to the scope of work or timelines are documented and agreed upon. 

• Supervise the closure of contracts, ensuring all terms are fulfilled and all parties are satisfied with the completion of the project. 

Key Skills: 

• Contract Negotiation & Drafting 

• Risk Assessment & Mitigation 

• Railway Project Management 

• Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge 

• Stakeholder Management 

• Dispute Resolution 

• Change Management 

• Financial & Budgeting Expertise