CONTRACT MANAGER

Role & Responsibilities • In-depth understanding of the awarded project contract including knowledge of construction industry standards, practices and regulations (Well-versed with the statutory and regulatory requirements including CIPAA and others regulatory bodies and laws). • Estimating and managing construction costs in order to prevent any excessive expenses and optimize the quality at the same time. • Forecast the cost of the different materials needed for the project. • Prepare contracts, project budgets, bill of quantities and other related documentation. • Track changes to the design and/or construction works and adjusting budget projections accordingly. • Procure or agree the services of contractors and/or subcontractors who work on the construction of the project. • Measure and value the work done on-site. • Liaise with the client and other construction professionals such as general managers, project managers and site engineers. • Contracts and procurement: Tasks include recording and monitoring variations to the contract and ascertaining the costs involved. Qualification & Requirements • Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent from a recognized university. • More than 15 years of strong work experience with roads & infrastructure projects preferably with government project. • Proven ability to perform in a management capacity, excellent written and oral communications skills. • Have a critical industry knowledge and skills to evaluate and apply construction management practices as a quantity surveyor and guarantees a high standard of professional and ethical competence. • The ability to negotiate. • Attention to detail and methodical approach to work. • Strong numeracy and financial management skills. • The ability to write clear and precise reports and to relate complex information in a simple way to a diverse range of people. • Knowledge of past and current work processes, materials and legal matters.