Commercial and Contracts Manager

Role Purpose

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and review of a wide range of contracts, including EPC, Design & Build, Construction, Framework Agreements, Letters of Award (LOAs), Letters of Intent (LOIs), Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), and Consortium Agreements.
• Provide strategic input on contract structures to optimize risk allocation and commercial outcomes.
• Ensure all contractual documents comply with local and international laws, company policies, and Delegation of Authority (DoA).
• Collaborate with internal departments to address contentious clauses and ensure enforceability.
• Participate in tender evaluations, identifying contractual, legal, and commercial risks.
• Coordinate with other contracts units to ensure consistency and alignment across business units.
• Advise on bid strategies and contractual positioning to enhance competitiveness and compliance.
• Develop and maintain Contract Review Sheets (CRS), risk registers, and mitigation plans.
• Lead contract discussions during tender review meetings with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for contract-related matters across Legal, Commercial, Procurement, and Project Management teams.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure contract terms reflect operational realities and strategic objectives.
• Support relationship management with external partners, clients, and joint venture entities during the tendering stage.
• Oversee lifecycle management of contract documentation, ensuring accurate recording and accessibility of pre- and post-clarifications.
• Maintain a robust contract repository with version control and audit readiness.
• Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards affecting contract drafting and execution.
• Ensure timely handover of signed contracts and agreements to the appropriate teams for implementation and monitoring.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on contract status, risk exposure, and strategic opportunities.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and reports highlighting key contractual insights and recommendations.
• Support internal audits and compliance reviews by providing necessary documentation and clarifications.
• Mentor junior contract professionals and contribute to best practices in contract formation.
• Participate in post-award reviews and lessons learned sessions to inform future contracting strategies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in
• Law, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
• .
• Minimum of
• 10 years of proven experience
• in contract management within construction, engineering, or industrial sectors.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing complex contracts and agreements (EPC, Design & Build, Construction, Framework Agreements, LOAs, LOIs, MoUs, Consortium Agreements).
• Strong understanding of legal frameworks, commercial principles, and risk management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficient in contract management tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience mentoring junior staff and developing contract management best practices.