Key details
Quick facts about this role
Location
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Work mode
On-site
Compensation
Market related
Posted
25 Aug 2026
Closes
24 Sept 2026
Jobs Direct
Contracts Manager
Role Overview
A project-delivery team is seeking a Contracts Manager to manage commercial performance, contract risk and stakeholder coordination.
This position combines day-to-day delivery with accurate administration, timely follow-through and professional coordination with the people and teams who rely on the role.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to take ownership of the following areas:
- Monitor contract performance, deliverables, variations, claims and project risks. Maintain clear records, communicate progress and escalate exceptions promptly where required.
- Coordinate contract administration with clients, consultants, suppliers and site teams. Maintain clear records, communicate progress and escalate exceptions promptly where required.
- Review documentation, reporting and compliance against contractual obligations. Maintain clear records, communicate progress and escalate exceptions promptly where required.
- Support planning, issue resolution, commercial control and successful project close-out. Maintain clear records, communicate progress and escalate exceptions promptly where required.
Requirements
Applicants should be able to demonstrate the following capabilities in a structured, deadline-driven working environment:
- Relevant contracts, construction management or project qualification. Apply sound judgement, dependable follow-through and a collaborative working style.
- Experience managing contracts in construction, engineering or infrastructure. Apply sound judgement, dependable follow-through and a collaborative working style.
- Strong understanding of commercial risk, documentation and negotiation. Apply sound judgement, dependable follow-through and a collaborative working style.
- Professional communication, organisation and ability to manage competing deadlines. Apply sound judgement, dependable follow-through and a collaborative working style.
Success Profile
Success in this role will come from combining technical or functional competence with sound organisation, clear communication, attention to detail and a consistent focus on quality, service and safe working practices.