We are recruiting a Construction Contracts Manager for our client, an international consulting and engineering group active in Romania for almost 30 years, with services in road and rail transport infrastructure, water and environment, energy, urban development, and institutional advisory. Globally, the company creates and operates intelligent infrastructure and buildings that support the transition to a low-carbon economy and sustainable territorial development.
This is a role where contracts, claims, and risk sit at the centre of the project — from the tender stage through to project reviews. You’ll develop, review, and negotiate complex contracts, administer them throughout the project lifecycle, support claims management and dispute resolution, and work closely with Project Managers and Technical Coordinators as well as the central Contract Management team. The work is built around international design and contract management standards, including FIDIC.
Location: Bucharest (Victoriei area) — hybrid work schedule
Employment contract (CIM) or B2B collaboration, based on your preference
Large-scale transport infrastructure projects, in Romania and internationally
If you work with FIDIC conditions and want contracts at the centre of large infrastructure projects, apply now — or let’s talk first if you’d like to learn more.
Main Responsibilities
Develop, review, and negotiate complex contracts with clients, vendors, and partners
Administer contracts throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures
Ensure effective project governance through contract compliance monitoring, reporting, and risk management
Support claims management (preparation, evaluation, negotiation, and resolution) and assist in resolving contract disputes
Analyse and interpret contract terms and conditions to protect the organization’s interests
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and address contractual issues; monitor contract performance and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive contract documentation and records; develop and implement contract management processes and best practices
Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for contract-related risks
Collaborate closely with Project Managers and Technical Coordinators; support them in drafting contractual correspondence
Play an active role in project reviews (including the financial part) and in the tender phase, giving input at offer preparation
Liaise with the central Contract Management team
Requirements
Minimum 7 years of experience in a similar position
Strong knowledge of contract law, commercial practices, and risk management
Extensive experience with FIDIC Conditions of Contract and/or similar, HG1, etc.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities; able to work independently and collaboratively