Contract Expert_Bid Position

: It has been more than 60 years since SYSTRA has garnered expertise that spans the entire spectrum of Mass Rapid Transit System. SYSTRA India’s valuable presence in India roots back to 1957, where SYSTRA worked on the electrification of Indian Railways. Our technical excellence, holistic approach and the tremendous talent provides a career that puts people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency. Understand better who we are by visiting www.systra.in Context: In India, SYSTRA is an international consulting and engineering company operating in the fields of Metros, High Speed Rail, Railways, Roads, Buildings, Urban planning, and Water Infrastructure for public and private organizations. In India, the launch of the first line of Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) in 2002, put SYSTRA on the map as a key partner for mass transit lines in the country and initiated a longstanding partnership with DMRC. Since then, SYSTRA has been involved in more than 80% of metro projects in India in all major Indian cities – Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Surat, Nagpur, Kochi and Hyderabad. The collective team competence built up in the two decades in the metro business renders us capable of delivering innovative, reliable, cost-competitive Project Management solutions adhering to the highest standards of safety and quality. We are seeking applications for the position of Contract Expert for PMC Service for Property Development & Miscellaneous Works in Southern Region. Missions/Main Duties: - Contract Management - Draft, review, and negotiate various types of contracts (EPC, Design & Build, FIDIC, Consultancy, Subcontractor, Supplier). - Ensure all contract terms and conditions are clearly communicated and understood by relevant project teams. - Maintain a contracts register and track key dates, milestones, obligations, and deliverables. - Claims & Disputes - Identify, prepare, and resolve contractual claims and variations, including extension of time and cost claims. - Support dispute resolution, including preparation of documentation for arbitration or legal proceedings. - Interface with legal counsel as necessary. - Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure compliance with local, national, and international regulations, statutory requirements, and Metro Rail standards. - Identify contractual risks and develop mitigation plans. - Support the implementation of robust contract management policies and procedures. - Stakeholder Communication - Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal teams regarding contractual obligations and changes. - Provide expert advice and training on contractual matters to project teams. - Documentation & Reporting - Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract files and correspondence. - Generate regular reports on contract status, claims, variations, and other metrics for senior management. Profile/Skills: - Master’s degree in civil engineering / construction management. - Graduate in Civil Engineering or Equivalent. - More than 18 years of experience. - Ability to work within a culturally diverse organization, recognizing and respecting differences. - Ability to problem solve, especially in an integrated project delivery environment, applying industry best practices. - Self-motivated individual with outstanding leadership skills and the ability to influence without authority : We commit to put people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency. As we are growing, this is time to be a part of this challenging adventure. It’s not a job - it’s a career