Job Description

Job Title: Works Contract Head

Department:

Projects / Contracts / Engineering

Reports:

Managing Director

Location:

Madhavaram, Chennai

Job Purpose

The Works Contract Head is responsible for

planning, execution, monitoring, and control of all works contracts

across construction projects. The role ensures

timely delivery, cost control, quality compliance, contractual adherence, and coordination with contractors, consultants, and internal teams

.

Key Responsibilities

1. Contract Management

Oversee end-to-end management of

works contracts

including civil, finishing, MEP, and infrastructure packages. Review, finalize, and administer

contracts, BOQs, scope, specifications, and drawings

. Ensure strict compliance with

contractual terms, conditions, timelines, and statutory requirements

. Handle

variations, extra items, claims, and counter-claims

in coordination with QS and Legal teams.

2. Project Execution & Control

Ensure execution of works as per

approved drawings, specifications, and project schedules

. Monitor contractor performance on

cost, quality, safety, and timelines

. Conduct periodic

site reviews, progress meetings, and coordination meetings

. Identify risks and implement corrective and preventive actions.

3. Cost & Billing Control

Control project costs through

rate analysis, value engineering, and cost optimization

. Review and approve

contractor RA bills, final bills, and reconciliation statements

. Coordinate with QS and Finance for

budget tracking and cash flow planning

.

4. Quality & Safety Compliance

Ensure adherence to

quality standards, QA/QC plans, and IS codes

. Enforce

safety policies, HSE compliance, and statutory safety norms

at all sites. Conduct audits and ensure closure of non-conformities.

5. Vendor & Contractor Management

Participate in

pre-qualification, evaluation, and selection of contractors

. Develop strong relationships with contractors while ensuring performance accountability. Resolve disputes and escalations professionally and contractually.

6. Coordination & Stakeholder Management

Coordinate with

Design, Planning, Purchase, QS, Legal, Finance, and Site Teams

. Liaise with

consultants, architects, statutory authorities, and clients

as required. Provide regular updates to management on project status, risks, and milestones.

7. Reporting & Documentation

Prepare and present

weekly/monthly progress reports

to senior management. Ensure proper documentation of

contracts, correspondence, approvals, and site records

. Support audits and management reviews.

Key Deliverables

Timely completion of projects within approved cost and quality benchmarks Effective control of works contracts and claims Reduced disputes and improved contractor performance Strong governance and compliance across sites

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in

Civil Engineering

(Master's preferred) Certification in

Contract Management / Project Management

is an added advantage

Experience

15-20+ years

of experience in construction projects Minimum

5-7 years in senior contract or project leadership role

Experience in

residential villas and apartment projects.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of

construction contracts, BOQs, specifications, and drawings

Expertise in

FIDIC / EPC / Item Rate / Lump Sum contracts

(as applicable) Excellent

negotiation, leadership, and decision-making skills

Strong analytical, risk management, and problem-solving abilities Proficiency in

MS Project / Primavera / ERP systems

Good communication and stakeholder management skills

Interested Candidates apply through

Ph- 9363405130, Email ID: hr@vrlivin.co.in

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹75,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Leave encashment Paid sick time Provident Fund
Work Location: In person