Job Description
Job Summary
• This position is responsible for overseeing and managing the full contract lifecycle, from pre-award planning and solicitation through negotiation, award, administration, and close-out.
• The role provides leadership and supervision to contract staff, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, legal requirements, and best practices.
• The position supports project and operational teams by mitigating contractual risks, managing variations and claims, and ensuring value for money.
• The Contract Specialist Supervisory role also serves as a key advisor to management on contractual, commercial, and risk-related matters while fostering collaboration with internal stakeholders and external contractors
Job Details
• Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including pre-award planning, tendering, negotiation, award, administration, and close-out.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, amendments, and variations in line with company policies and legal requirements.
• Provide commercial and contractual advice to project, procurement, and operations teams.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, corporate governance, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Monitor contractor performance and manage contractual risks, claims, and disputes.
• Evaluate and administer change orders, variations, and claims, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
• Support bid and tender processes, including preparation and review of Scope of Work, pricing structures, and commercial terms.
• Maintain accurate contract records, correspondence, and documentation.
• Participate in contractual meetings, negotiations, and clarification sessions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for cost control, value improvement, and risk mitigation.
• Support audits by providing contract documentation and explanations as required.
• Prepare contractual reports, recommendations, and briefings for management.
• Supervise and mentor contract/procurement staff.
• Review and approve contractual documents prepared by team members.
• Establish and improve contract management processes and procedures.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Business, Procurement, or related field from a recognized university. professional certification a plus.
• Professional certification in Contract Management, Procurement, or Commercial Management is required or highly desirable.
• Certification from recognized bodies such as Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply CIPS
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in Contract Management and SCM
Benefits
• Great work culture and multiple opportunities for growth and self-development.
• 18 days of annual leave, excluding federal public holidays.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Monthly employer pension contribution.