Contracts Manager - Westlakes Recruit

The Role
Position: Contracts Manager Job Summary: Oversee all contractual aspects of the companys real estate projects ensuring compliance with legal financial and operational requirements. Duties & Responsibilities: Adhere to the companys mission vision and values to ensure alignment in actions decisions and initiatives contributing to organizational success and ethical standards. Comply with company policies guidelines and standard operating procedures maintaining professionalism and consistency. Respect the organizational hierarchy and foster a collaborative and respectful work environment. Perform any additional duties as required. Departmental Responsibilities: Draft review and negotiate contracts agreements and legal documents related to real estate development projects. Develop and implement standardized contract management processes templates and procedures to ensure efficiency. Ensure compliance with legal requirements industry standards and company policies in all contracts. Collaborate with legal finance procurement and project management teams to align contracts with business objectives. Analyze contract terms to identify risks and propose mitigation strategies. Monitor contract performance and compliance addressing issues and disputes during the project lifecycle. Lead the resolution of contractrelated disputes or claims engaging internal and external stakeholders as necessary. Provide guidance and training on contract management best practices to internal teams. Supervise and mentor the Contracts Specialist and Document Controller fostering professional growth and efficient workflows. Manage and organize contractrelated documentation for accurate and timely recordkeeping. Prepare reports and updates on contract status risks and performance for senior management. Stay informed on relevant regulations industry trends and market conditions to maintain competitive and compliant contracts. External Work Relationships: Contractors Subcontractors Consultants Engineers Regulatory Authorities

Requirements
Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Law Business Administration Engineering or a related field. 57 years of experience in contract management. Preferred Requirements: Masters degree in Contract Management Construction Law Business Administration or a related field. Competencies: Ability to analyze complex legal financial and technical documents to identify risks opportunities and inconsistencies. Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and resolve disputes effectively. High precision in reviewing contracts and managing documentation for accuracy and compliance. Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities to manage and develop teams effectively. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for articulating contract terms to stakeholders. Strategic problemsolving abilities to address challenges and mitigate risks proactively. Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple contracts timelines and deliverables. Deep understanding of contract principles legal frameworks and industry standards especially in real estate and construction. Proficiency in contract management software (e.g. Aconex Procore) and standard office tools. Strong collaboration skills with internal teams legal counsel vendors and regulatory authorities. Expertise in identifying and mitigating contract risks to safeguard organizational interests. Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver highquality results within tight deadlines. Flexibility to adapt to evolving project demands and regulatory environments. Commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality in all contractual dealings.

About the company
Westlakes Recruit is an independently owned UK & Dubai recruitment consultancy focused on the Engineering and Construction industries highly regulated sectors. We are a fast growing business with a steadfast strategy of discipline led recruitment structured around three core areas: Project Controls planning cost estimating risk Professional Services Engineering & Technical Project & Programme Management HSEQ Commercial services and Construction Claims Commercial Procurement Delay and Quantum Analysts
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