The Contract Lead – PMC is pivotal in overseeing comprehensive contractual and commercial governance for large-scale, intricate infrastructure projects involving multiple stakeholders. As the Owner’s commercial representative, this role emphasizes ensuring adherence to contractual obligations, safeguarding commercial interests, mitigating risks, and managing claims effectively throughout the project lifecycle.This position is crucial for preserving project margins, handling contractual risks, and facilitating the successful execution of power transmission projects (up to 765 kV), HVDC (±800 kV), and hybrid renewable energy initiatives (Solar, Wind, BESS at GW scale).Collaboration is key in this role, as it requires close coordination with Project Management, Engineering (Electrical/Civil/I&C), Procurement, QA/QC, HSE, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure cohesive commercial decision-making in line with project and business goals.Key Responsibilities1. Contract Administration & GovernanceManage the administration of EPC, EPCM, PMC, Design & Build, and item-rate contracts from initiation through to completion.Guarantee strict adherence to contract conditions, clearly defined scopes, milestones, payment terms, and statutory obligations.Maintain thorough contract documentation, including:Contract registersCorrespondence logsChange/variation trackersClaims and dispute registersProvide interpretations of contract clauses and counsel project teams on contractual rights, obligations, and risk exposure.Align contract administration practices with AECOM PMO/PMC governance frameworks and reporting systems.2. Variations, Claims & EOT ManagementLead the preparation, evaluation, and negotiation of:Variation Orders (VOs)Change Orders / Change RequestsClaims (cost & time)Extension of Time (EOT) submissionsConduct detailed analyses of delays and disruptions (including concurrent delays, critical path impacts, and entitlement validation).Assess cost/time implications stemming from scope alterations and project deviations.Ensure robust documentation and defensible positions for claim submissions and dispute resolutions.Implement proactive claim strategies to maximize entitlement recovery and minimize exposure.3. Commercial & Contractual Risk ManagementIdentify, assess, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks throughout the project lifecycle.Support pre-award activities, including:Contract reviewsRisk allocation assessmentsCommercial clarifications and deviationsEnsure effective flow-down of contractual obligations to subcontractors and vendors.Advise the Project Director/Manager on commercial strategies, risk mitigation plans, and mechanisms for dispute avoidance.Maintain and update project risk registers in accordance with PMO governance.
May 4, 2026