Contracts Manager

Contract Manager responsable for overseeing the contractual aspects of construction projects, ensuring compliance with agreed terms, mitigating risks, and supporting project delivery. 

• Managing the full lifecycle of construction contracts, from drafting and negotiation to execution and close-out, ensuring compliance with relevant frameworks.
• Identifying, assessing, and mitigating contractual risks, advising project teams on potential issues such as delays, variations, and claims for extensions of time (EOT) or loss and expense.
• Overseeing variations and change orders, ensuring they are documented, valued, and agreed in line with contract terms and client´s standards.
• Providing guidance on conflict avoidance, supporting early resolution of issues and escalating to formal dispute resolution processes only when necessary.
•  Drafting and issuing project correspondence on behalf of the client, maintaining strong relationships with clients, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure clarity and alignment.
• Preparing regular updates on contract status, risks, and issues for internal teams and clients, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making.
• Ensuring all contractual activities adhere to regional regulations, industry standards and client´s internal policies.
• Assisting in the preparation of contractual elements for bids and tenders, ensuring terms are clear, competitive, and aligned with client expectations.

• Opportunities to develop and grow your career
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working arrangements

Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills

• Broad spectrum of technical knowledge relating to contracts management. 
• Experience managing contracts for construction projects. 
• Experience with 100M-150M contract
• Experience working with FIDIC is a plus.
• Knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies.
• Excellent communication skills - both oral and written.
• Sound ICT skills, with a high proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ready to work on site in Milan (3 days per week)
• Proficiency in English. Proficiency in Italian is desirable.
• Eligible to work in Italy.

Qualifications