Contract Manager-Johannesburg

We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to join our team to assist Chief Contracts Manager in management and control of all contractual aspects of projects, ensuring that all contracts purpose, scope, objectives, constraints and risks are developed, managed to ensure effective and efficient implementation of projects in line with company strategic objectives and are in compliance with relevant policies and legislations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Chief Contracts Manager in developing and implementing guidelines in line with the latest policies.
• Responsible for drafting standard Contract documents for different contracts.
• Manage the legal compliance of tender/Bid Documents prepared by outsourced service providers.
• Assist Senior Management in developing operations plan and budget for incorporation into the departmental budget.
• Provide leadership and management in Contract management unit through proactive planning.
• Develop appropriate procedures to provide sustainable Legal Contracts Management services.
• Develop procedures for monitoring and evaluation of legal contracts between Contractors and professional Service providers.
• Develop and manage legal registers by ensuring spending is appropriate and necessary for the achievement of objectives.
• Compile reports and statistics on Legal compliance.
• Understand and utilize in-house MIS system and software.
• Assist PMU in procurement process of Capital
  and Operation.

Job Requirements:

• Degree with majors/specialisation in Construction Law or LLB with experience in Construction contracts
• Eligibility to be registered as an Arbitrator with Arbitration SA
• Minimum 12 years relevant contracts experience in infrastructure projects
• Knowledge and experience in Supply Chain Management and MFMA and contract law
• Knowledge and understanding of NEC/JBCC/FIDIC/GCC would be mandatory.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport