Commercial Contracts Manager

We are looking for an experienced Commercial Contracts Manager to oversee and manage commercial and contractual activities for large-scale thermal power generation projects.

The role will be responsible for contract development, negotiation, administration, and risk management throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will work closely with Legal, Engineering, Procurement, and Project Management teams to ensure contracts are commercially sound, compliant, and aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, review, drafting, and negotiation of commercial and project-related contracts, including EPC, EPCM, equipment supply, O&M, and LTSA agreements.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, from contract development and execution to project completion and handover.
• Provide commercial and contractual advice to internal stakeholders during project development and negotiations.
• Identify contractual and commercial risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Manage contract variations, claims, and dispute resolution.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations, deliverables, and milestones.
• Support commercial evaluations, contractor selection, and contract award processes.
• Coordinate with Legal, Engineering, Procurement, and Project teams on contract-related matters.
• Establish and improve contract management processes, governance, and documentation.
• Prepare contract reports, risk assessments, and management updates.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Law, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Significant experience in Commercial Contracts Management, Project Contracts Management, or Contract Administration.
• Strong experience handling EPC/EPCM contracts, preferably within the power generation, energy, construction, or infrastructure industries.
• Proven experience in contract drafting, negotiation, claims management, and dispute resolution.
• Good understanding of commercial risk management and contract lifecycle management.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Engineering, Procurement, and Project Management.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and project requirements effectively.

Preferred Industry Experience:

• Thermal Power Generation
• Coal-Fired Power Plants
• Renewable Energy
• Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC)
• Infrastructure and Industrial Projects