Contracts Manager

We have a requirement for a Contracts Manager for a large scale Pharmaceutical Construction project in Belgium.

Procurement (Reference 093-FC-003 Appointment of Contractors)

• Generate and execute the Project Procurement Plan.
• Align Project Procurement Plan and understand:
• Client requirements,
• Head Contract,
• PM CM Scope of Services,
• Contract conditions,
• Design deliverables.
• Assign packages to Contract Administrators to procure to award.
• Ensure Contract Documents are fully executed, returned to correct parties and copy retained for reference.

Contracts Management (Reference 130-FC-007 Contracts Administration - Construction)

• In tandem with the construction manager ensure contracts are managed and administered in accordance with project procedures, schedule and budgets.
• Ensure that the CMT Team and specifically CM Package Owners understand the obligations & provisions of the respective contracts.
• Ensure that the contractor meets its contractual obligations.
• Ensure that proper documentation is kept to facilitate audits.
• Reports to Construction Manager or delegate.

Contracts Administration (Reference 130-FC-007 Contracts Administration - Construction)

• Assign packages to and manage the Contract Administration team.
• Ensure required Performance Guarantee Bonds are executed.
• Obtain and retain register of Contractor insurance certificates. Keep up to date insurances in place.
• Ensure implementation of the Site Work Instructions and Site Variation Orders Procedures. (Reference 130-FC-019 & 020 SWIs & SVOS).
• Generate Payment Certificate procedure in line with clients and contract requirements.
• Review Payment Certificates prior to issue for payment.
• Ensure CMT Contract Administrators hold monthly commercial meetings with contractors.
• Assist and oversee the Final Account agreement and ensure final certificate is issued.

Reporting (Reference 091-FC-004 Cost Control & Reporting)

• Input in to and oversee the monthly cost report for incorporation within the monthly Construction Report.
• Provide input into the Construction Manager’s Weekly report.

Contract Close Out (Reference 130-FC-015 Construction Close Out)

• Generate contract close out procedure.
• Generate & issue Practical Completion Certification to all contractors.
• Generate issue and ensure contractor executes Form of Release.
• Generate & Issue Final Completion Certificate to each respective contractor.
• Ensure safe storage of records to archives following completion of the project.

• Bachelor degree or exceptionally strong trades' background
• At least 15-20 years' experience in the Construction Services sector
• Experience in the Life Sciences and/or Mission Critical sectors essential
• Experience of managing large construction packages essential
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

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