JUNIOR CONTRACTS MANAGER

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng – Travel Required Salary: R30,000 – R40,000 CTC per month Reporting to: Contracts Manager Employment Type: Permanent

POSITION SUMMARY

Our client is seeking a Junior Contracts Manager to support the successful planning, execution and commercial management of construction/site-based projects.

The successful candidate will initially be predominantly site-based, working closely with the Contracts Manager and taking responsibility for the coordination of site activities, resources, costs, quality, health and safety, documentation and client requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Agent or Assistant Contracts Manager who is ready to progress into a broader contracts management role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning & Project Execution

• Read and understand project scopes, specifications and contractual requirements.

• Ensure compliance with specific contract conditions.

• Assist with planning and coordinating site resources, materials and equipment.

• Prepare and maintain the site contract programme.

• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to the Contracts Manager.

• Manage site crews, time and resources within approved parameters.

• Identify and record additional work required by the client.

• Maintain effective client relationships and communication.

• Attend site and project meetings.

• Implement and maintain appropriate site filing and documentation systems.

• Compile project and progress reports as required.

Health & Safety

• Ensure required contractual medicals are completed before project commencement.

• Ensure site inductions are completed where required.

• Promote a strong health and safety culture on site.

• Ensure compliance with applicable OHSA requirements and company procedures.

Financial & Commercial Management

• Monitor and report on weekly site costs.

• Assist with cash-flow inputs and payment certificates.

• Identify and document non-budgeted costs.

• Record and track project variations and additional work.

• Provide accurate cost and progress information to the Contracts Manager.

Policies, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure site teams comply with company and client policies and procedures.

• Ensure adherence to the project Quality Plan.

• Maintain accurate quality documentation.

• Ensure project activities meet company and contract-specific quality requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• National Diploma in Civil Engineering or similar qualification.

• Approximately 3–5 years' experience as a Site Agent, with demonstrated readiness to progress into Contracts Management; OR

• 1–2 years' experience as a Junior/Assistant Contracts Manager.

• Experience in a construction/site environment.

• Working knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and site compliance.

• Proficient in MS Office and MS Project.

• Valid driver's licence.

• Willingness to travel and work predominantly on site.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Leadership and team coordination.

• Strong organisational and planning ability.

• Good decision-making skills.

• Developing commercial and strategic thinking.

• Strong client and stakeholder communication.

• Deadline-driven and results-oriented.

• Methodical and detail-oriented.

• Ability to manage multiple site requirements simultaneously.

• Good English communication skills.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will be a strong Site Agent or Assistant Contracts Manager who has already demonstrated the ability to manage site teams, resources, costs and client requirements and is now ready to take the next step towards full Contracts Management responsibility.

Salary: R30,000 – R40,000 CTC per month Johannesburg | Site-Based | Travel Required