Contracts Manager Gauteng

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:-Hire Resolve is actively recruiting for a Contracts Manager position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Building / Construction sector looking to advance their careers.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:-We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:• Experience Level: 10 years • Educational Background: Others or equivalent• Industry Focus: Building / Construction• Location Preference: in Gauteng

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-The Contracts Manager position is an important role within the Building / Construction sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-This role in Building / Construction offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE:-When applying for this Contracts Manager position, ensure your CV highlights:• Relevant experience matching the 10 years requirement• Educational qualifications in line with Others• Specific achievements in the Building / Construction field• Any certifications or specialized training

🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Building / Construction sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

Job Title: Contracts Manager Company: Hire Resolve

Salary: Market Related Job Type: Permanent Sectors: Engineering Management Reference: 206931

Vacancy Details Employer: Hire Resolve

An exceptional opportunity exists for a skilled Contracts Manager to supervise and manage numerous civil construction projects. The ideal candidate will be tasked with ensuring project delivery in line with contractual obligations, budget constraints, quality benchmarks, and schedule adherence. This position demands a commercially savvy and hands-on professional with extensive experience in civil construction, earthworks, and infrastructure projects.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of experience in civil construction. Proven track record in senior roles such as Contracts Manager, Senior Project Manager, or Construction Manager. Extensive background in civil infrastructure and bulk earthworks. Experience in managing roads, stormwater systems, sewer networks, water reticulation, and municipal infrastructure. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple construction contracts, project teams, and sites. Strong financial and commercial management skills, including budgeting, cost control, cash flow, and profit margin forecasting. Experience in contract administration, tender pricing, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), claims, variations, and extensions of time. Proficiency in CCS/Candy, with a good grasp of project costing and commercial reporting. BuildSmart experience is advantageous. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Knowledge of construction contract frameworks such as GCC, JBCC, FIDIC, or NEC is beneficial. Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills. Willingness to work on-site and travel between projects as necessary.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and manage multiple civil construction contracts from initiation to completion. Monitor project progress, costs, budgets, and profitability. Ensure timely delivery of projects in accordance with contractual requirements. Manage contract administration, including claims, variations, extensions of time, and subcontractor agreements. Review tender pricing, BOQs, cost reports, and financial forecasts. Monitor cash flow, project expenditure, and final margin forecasts. Lead and support project managers, site managers, and construction teams. Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders. Identify project risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, quality, and construction standards. Provide regular project performance and commercial reports to senior management.

How To Apply

Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing opportunity.

Our client offers a highly competitive salary based on experience.

Send your CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] or connect with Mischa Bornman via LinkedIn.

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We will contact you telephonically within 3 days if you are a suitable candidate for this vacancy. If not, we will place your CV on file and inform you of any future opportunities that match your qualifications.