Contracts Manager

Our client is a large-scale international infrastructure project (PPP) currently at the design and pre-construction stage (2026-2030). The project is delivered by a consortium of leading international investors with support from government stakeholders. Due to the launch of the contract management function, we are looking for a strong Contracts Manager to build the contract management framework and protect the interests of the SPV at all project stages.

Responsibilities:

Contract administration: managing and monitoring SPV obligations under WSA, EPC, O&M and finance agreements, timely submission of contractual notices, claims and reports, compliance checks of EPC contractors, the O&M operator and consultants.

Claims, Variations & Disputes: assessing and preparing responses to claims, variation requests and EOT, drafting and finalizing contractual correspondence, letters and notices, EPC and other stakeholders, supporting negotiations, mediation and arbitration, maintaining documentation for potential disputes.

Procurement & Commercial: supporting procurement strategy and tenders for large work packages, reviewing RFPs, evaluating proposals, making award recommendations, monitoring contractor KPIs, coordinating with finance and project controls on budgets, payment milestones and liquidated damages.

Risk & Compliance: identifying contractual risks and developing mitigation measures, ensuring compliance with local regulation and international practices, supporting audits, legal reviews and regulatory reporting.

Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting: liaising with EPC contractors, consultants, lawyers and government authorities, coordinating technical, legal and commercial teams, regular reporting on contract status, claims, risks and commercial metrics; supporting reporting for senior management and the board.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in contract management, including 5+ years on large infrastructure or capital construction projects.

• Proven experience with FIDIC and PPP models.

• Management of claims, disputes, EOT and multi-party negotiations.

• Degree in Engineering, Law, Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.

• English - mandatory (fluent; working language of the project).

• Russian and/or Uzbek - an advantage.

• Speaking both Russian and Uzbek is a strong plus.

Conditions:

• Participation in a major international infrastructure project from the ground up.

• Work in an international environment, direct reporting to the Head of Construction.