Job title: Contracts Manager - Water Infrastructure
Industry: Renewables
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Thabazimbi
Job published: 27-05-2025
Job ID: 34750

Job Description

Location: Thabazimbi

Contract Type: 3–5-year contract

 

Overview

An international frontrunner in infrastructure development is set to initiate a revolutionary and mammoth water project in Thabazimbi. Join a dynamic team committed to engineering excellence and sustainable development in one of South Africa’s most ambitious water infrastructure endeavors. This role is critical to ensuring contractual compliance and efficient administration of the project’s commercial terms throughout the lifecycle.

 

What You’ll Do

  • Oversee full contract administration in accordance with FIDIC conditions of contract for a large-scale water infrastructure project.
  • Prepare, submit, and manage Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs) and variation orders.
  • Lead negotiations with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve contract-related disputes or adjustments.
  • Manage and evaluate subcontractor packages, ensuring contractual alignment and cost control.
  • Handle claims preparation, defence, and resolution processes in coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Identify and mitigate contractual and commercial risks across project phases.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract records, logs, and documentation for audit and reporting purposes.
  • Work closely with the Project Manager, site team, legal advisors, and finance to align on contractual milestones and obligations.

 

What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in contract management on large-scale civil infrastructure or water projects.
  • Proven expertise in FIDIC (Red Book/Yellow Book) contract administration and interpretation.
  • Strong track record with IPCs, variation orders, claims, and risk identification/mitigation.
  • Demonstrated experience in subcontractor management and commercial negotiations.
  • Solid understanding of South African construction law and regulatory environment.
  • Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Law, Engineering, or related relevant field.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal and external reporting.

 

 What We Offer

  • The opportunity to be part of a landmark municipal water infrastructure project with tangible socio-economic impact.
  • A challenging and rewarding site-based role with strategic influence.
  • Multicultural, team environment.

 

 

Please note: Should you not hear back from us within 14 days, your application was unsuccessful