Contract manager - construction & infrastructure

Pre-Contract & Tendering

Identify new business opportunities, clients, and upcoming projects.

Lead tender identification, review, preparation, and submission.

Supervise PQ / Pre-Qualification documentation.

Review tender reports, estimates, Schedules of Rates, and commercial recommendations.

Review and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations.

Finalize tender executive summaries and quotations for Management approval.

Coordinate with Management and internal teams to ensure competitive and timely submissions.

Follow up on tender clarifications, negotiations, and outcomes.

Assist in finalizing contracts and commercial terms for awarded projects.

Post-Contract & Commercial Management

Lead contract negotiation and finalization with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and business partners.

Monitor contractual performance, commercial risks, budgets, and project profitability.

Manage claims, variations, additional works, and contractual entitlements.

Negotiate and finalize subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and work orders.

Review commercial and financial data to identify cost-saving and margin-improvement opportunities.

Manage commercial disputes and contractual issues.

Support project and site teams on commercial and contractual matters.

Attend meetings with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.

Prepare commercial reports, forecasts, risk assessments, and Management recommendations.

Ensure effective commercial close-out of completed projects.

Desired Candidate Profile

Proven ability to lead and mentor Estimators and Quantity Surveyors.

Strong knowledge of construction contracts, commercial practices, and project cost control.

Excellent leadership, negotiation, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

ERP systems and Estimation/QS software experience will be an advantage.

Knowledge of the Bahrain construction market, tendering procedures, and client requirements will be an advantage.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Contract & Commercial Management

Tendering & Estimation

Quantity Surveying

Claims & Variation Management

Subcontract Management

Cost & Budget Management

Commercial Negotiation

Client & Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Team Leadership & Development

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

Commercial Reporting & Communication

COMPENSATION

BD 2,500 – 3,500 per month Salary will be offered based on qualifications, experience, and suitability for the position.

Candidates currently based in Bahrain as well as qualified candidates from overseas are welcome to apply.

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