Commercial and Contracts Manager

Role Summary

The Commercial and Contracts Manager is responsible for managing all commercial, contractual, and financial aspects of construction projects from tender stage through project execution and close-out. This role ensures contracts are administered effectively, commercial risks are managed, costs are controlled, and the organization's commercial interests are protected in line with contractual obligations and project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Management

• Lead commercial management of construction projects, ensuring profitability and cost control
• Prepare, review, and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports
• Monitor project cash flow and ensure timely valuation, certification, and invoicing
• Manage variations, claims, and change orders in accordance with contract terms

Contracts Administration

• Draft, review, negotiate, and administer construction contracts, subcontracts, and consultancy agreements
• Ensure compliance with contract conditions (e.g., FIDIC, NEC, bespoke contracts)
• Provide contractual advice to project and site teams
• Manage contractual correspondence, notices, and records

Tendering and Procurement Support

• Support pre-contract activities including tender evaluation, commercial clarifications, and contract award
• Prepare and review commercial inputs for bids and proposals
• Ensure subcontract and supplier agreements align with main contract obligations

Claims and Dispute Management

• Identify, prepare, and manage contractual claims, extensions of time (EOTs), and loss and expense claims
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution, including negotiations and mediation
• Liaise with legal advisors where disputes escalate

Risk Management

• Identify commercial and contractual risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Ensure risk registers are maintained and updated throughout the project lifecycle