CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, a recently established Real Estate Development Company based in Ayia Napa, we are seeking to recruit a Contracts Manager to join their team. The successful applicant will ideally hold a relevant academic background in one or more of the following fields: Construction, Project Management, Civil or Structural Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Building Studies, Business and/or Contract Studies and possess 7+ years of experience in a similar Contracts Management role. Excellent communications skills in English are essential. 

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Direct the Contracts function.
• Administer Contracts.
• Review contracting documentation for all existing works and establish contracting parameters of future works.
• Ensure Contracts implemented are suitable to local conditions and Owner requirements.
• Process and administer claims.
• Review existing consultant and contractor contracts to analyze the current scope and establish any adjustments necessary to meet objectives.
• Develop contract commercial conditions.
• Responsible for the payment process being effective to ensure correct and timely payment to contractors/consultants.
• Monitor major Contracts control documents.
• Establish controls for review and evaluation of Consultant/Contractor/ Suppliers performance.
• Chair meetings and produce minutes where and when required.
• Assist the Employers Technical Representative when requested.

Key Skills/Experience:

• BSc or Master’s degree in Construction or Project Management, Civil or Structural Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Building Studies, Business or Contract Studies.
• Registered Member of Technical Professional Body.
• 7+ years of previous working experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of construction implementation with proven site experience and an understanding of buildability.
• Excellent knowledge of both spoken and written forms of English is required.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to compile information whilst having a structured approach to report writing.
• Excellent level of computer literacy in Windows, Microsoft packages, AutoCAD/Revit, proficient in the use of specialist project management software, Oracle Primavera.
• Broader knowledge of other disciplines of the construction sector is anticipated.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to jobs@careerfinders.com.cy quoting the reference number CAR5403. Please note that due to the high volumes of applications received only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. By sending us your CV you are giving CareerFinders your consent to be contacted for this and any other suitable vacancies that we believe match your skills and experience. To view our privacy policy, please click www.careerfinders.com.cy/privacy-policy.