Sr. Manager - Contracts Job Details

Job Title: Sr. Manager - Contracts

Posting Start Date: 1/13/26

Department: Contracts

Job Location: Ro (Cluster Office) Ranchi

Required Travel: No

Req Id: 897

Role Description Sheet
SECTION I: BASIC INFORMATION
Position Title	Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager / Manager / Senior Manager
Grade	M1A / M1B / M2A / M2B
Department	Planning & Contracts / Project Controls
Sub Department	Contracts
Reports to	Regional Head / Contracts Head-Corporate

SECTION II: PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Purpose of Role	To ensure effective contract administration, risk mitigation, and commercial control throughout the project lifecycle. The role focuses on analyzing contract conditions, managing claims, and safeguarding the company’s commercial interests while ensuring compliance with project agreements, MoRTH/Authority specifications, and company policies. The position acts as a vital bridge between site execution, planning, finance, and client teams for all contractual and correspondence matters.

SECTION III: JOB REQUIREMENTS
Total Experience in Yrs. (Minimum)	10 to 15+ years of experience in similar role preferably at Higway project.
Qualification	B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering Post-Graduate Diploma / M.Tech / MBA in Construction/Project Management from NICMAR (preferred).
Specific Certification / Additional Certifications (if Any)	Certification in Contract Management / FIDIC / Arbitration / Project Risk Management (desirable). Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project / Primavera, and standard document management systems.
Technical/ Functional Skills Requirement	In-depth understanding of MoRTH/CPWD specifications, EPC/HAM Contract Agreements, Concession Agreements, and General Conditions of Contract (GCC), Expertise in reviewing, interpreting, and managing contract clauses related to payments, variations, EOT, claims, and dispute redressal, Skilled in drafting, vetting, and managing letters, notices, and correspondences with clients, consultants, and vendors, Proficiency in BOQ, rate analysis, project cost tracking, escalation computations, and reconciliation, Familiarity with FIDIC-based contract structures and change management procedures, Competence in claims documentation, justifications, and preparation of supporting evidence in line with contractual provisions, Ability to coordinate among execution, planning, billing, and legal teams for smooth contract administration.
Behavioral Skills Requirement	Information Seeking	Analytical Decision Making	Innovative Thinking	Initiative


SECTION IV: ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibility	Area	Responsibility		% of Time Spent
	Strategic	Review and interpret contract agreements, highlighting key obligations, risks, and opportunities, Develop and implement contract administration policies and risk control frameworks aligned with corporate strategy, Support management in contractual negotiations, MoUs, amendments, and dispute avoidance, Advise leadership on legal and commercial implications of contract changes and project deviations		30%
	Financial Management	Manage contractual claims, variations, price adjustments, and change orders to ensure financial recoveries, Support in preparation and negotiation of EOT and cost compensation claims, Review subcontractor agreements and ensure back-to-back protection for the company, Assist finance teams in managing securities, bank guarantees, and payments as per contractual obligations		30%
	Operational	Oversee all correspondence with clients, the Independent Engineer, and Authority to maintain contractual clarity, Maintain a comprehensive register of variation orders, risk exposures, and contractual communications, Support project teams in drafting formal letters, extension requests, and justifications, Ensure proper documentation and records for claims, EOT, change orders, and dispute cases, Conduct periodic contract review meetings to monitor compliance and performance.		20%
	Project Management	Coordinate with planning and billing teams for project cost-to-completion and cash flow forecasts, Prepare contractual inputs for monthly progress reports and management reviews, Identify and flag contractual deviations early to prevent potential disputes, Support project closeout activities including final bills, defect liability documentation, and NOCs, Facilitate training for project engineers on contract awareness and documentation standards.		20%
			Total:	100%
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SECTION V: KEY INTERACTIONS
Internal Interactions	Party Interacting With	Main Purpose of Interaction / Details
	Execution Team	To coordinate among execution, planning, billing, and legal teams for smooth contract administration
	Stores/Procurement	For material tracking and reconciliation.
	Accounts/Finance	For billing coordination and payment follow-ups.
External Interactions	Party Interacting with	Main Purpose of Interaction / Details
	Client/Consultant Representatives	For submission of RA bills, measurement sheets.
	Subcontractors/Vendors	For billing verification and joint measurements.
	Third-Party Auditors	For providing supporting documentation during audits.