Assistant Contracts Manager | High-Rise Residential & Commercial Developments | Global Builder of Complex Projects | Mumbai | 15–18 years

The Assistant Contracts Manager role supports both pre-contract and post-contract activities, including contractor billing management, project cost monitoring, evaluation of variations and claims, and assistance in procurement and tendering processes. The Assistant Contracts Manager will work closely with the Project Manager, site teams, consultants, and contractors to ensure smooth and efficient commercial operations across complex, high-rise developments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Cost Management & Budget Control

• Assist in preparing and monitoring project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts.
• Track actual project costs against approved budgets and highlight deviations.
• Support value engineering and cost optimization initiatives to improve commercial outcomes.

2. Contract Administration

• Assist in managing contracts for civil, finishing, MEP, façade, and specialist packages.
• Review and interpret contract conditions, specifications, and commercial clauses.
• Ensure adherence to contractual obligations by contractors and consultants.

3. Tendering & Procurement

• Support preparation and review of BOQs, tender documents, and commercial evaluations.
• Assist in contractor negotiations and contract finalization.
• Coordinate with procurement, technical, and project teams during the award process.

4. Billing & Payment Certification

• Review and certify interim and final contractor bills.
• Verify quantities, rates, and measurements in coordination with site teams.
• Ensure timely processing of contractor payments in line with contract terms.

5. Variations, Claims & Change Orders

• Evaluate variations, extra items, and change requests.
• Assess contractor claims, EOT submissions, and associated commercial impacts.
• Support approvals with appropriate documentation and commercial justification.

6. Commercial Reporting

• Prepare monthly cost reports, financial summaries, and MIS for internal and client review.
• Forecast final project costs and flag potential commercial risks.
• Maintain structured records of contracts, variations, claims, and correspondence.

7. Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, consultants, and contractors.
• Participate in project meetings and provide commercial inputs.
• Support audits and ensure commercial transparency and compliance.

Desired Profile

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management.
• Postgraduate qualification in Construction or Contract Management preferred.

Experience

• 15–18 years of overall experience in contracts and cost management.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in a PMC or client-side role.
• Strong exposure to high-rise residential and commercial developments.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of contract conditions, BOQs, and cost control practices.
• Proven experience in billing, variation management, and claim evaluation.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office; exposure to cost management tools is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

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