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

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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.

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