Contracts Manager

SUMMARY:
Engineering Contracts Manager

Job Title: Contracts Manager

Location: Modderfontein, Johannesburg, Gauteng

Remuneration: R65 000 to R85 000 Monthly (Negotiable depending on qualifications and experience)

About the Company & Culture

Our client is a highly stable, market-leading player in the industrial flow control and engineering solutions sector. They have built a prestigious reputation over 65 successful years in business. With an extensive branch network across South Africa, they support critical national industries like mining and power generation. They are currently expanding their local manufacturing setups and growing rapidly across Africa. This is a secure, positive, and excellent place to grow your career.

POSITION INFO:
The Opportunity & Career Growth This role offers a fantastic chance to take full ownership of high-value engineering supply portfolios. You will enjoy great autonomy while protecting project profits and managing commercial risks. The company provides excellent support, exposure to international distribution networks, and advanced business systems. Success in this position opens up a clear, motivating path toward senior management and commercial leadership roles within the business. What You Will Do (Key Responsibilities) Manage Agreements: Review and draft all engineering procurement, supply chain contracts, and vendor agreements. Coordinate Negotiations: Spearhead commercial talks regarding project timelines, service terms, and delivery deadlines. Optimize Risk: Assess commercial exposures in major municipal and industrial tender applications early. Oversee Disputes: Resolve project claims, contract variations, and disagreements smoothly before they escalate. Track Performance: Monitor contractor delivery metrics against agreed key operational milestones regularly. Collaborate Internally: Work closely with legal, sales, finance, and engineering teams to ensure project success. Maintain Repositories: Keep all active corporate contracts neatly organized and secured on digital systems. What You Need to Apply (Qualifications & Experience) Qualifications: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Law or equivalent law diploma \/ certification. Experience: Minimum of five years managing contracts in an engineering, technical supply, or industrial environment. Industry Tools: Good operational knowledge of standard engineering frameworks like JBCC, NEC, or FIDIC or equivalents. Core Skills: Excellent communication, a problem-solving attitude, sharp negotiation skills, and a strong work ethic.