Metro Rail Chief Contract Manager

Metro Rail Chief Contract Manager - India

Reference: 316111596
Type: Contract
Location: India
Industry: Engineering
Salary: US$10000 - US$12000 per month + Tax free and allowances

Metro Rail Chief Contract Expert - India

The market leading infrastructure recruitment specialist is seeking a highly experienced Contract Expert with a strong background in metro rail infrastructure projects. This senior role is responsible for supporting all commercial, contractual, and cost management activities across complex rail construction packages, supporting delivery of major transit systems in a multi‑stakeholder environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Rail Contract & Commercial Leadership

Take full accountability for contractual and commercial management across rail and urban transit project packages

Lead commercial coordination with engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders across rail systems

Identify, assess, and manage commercial and contractual risks specific to rail infrastructure works

Provide strategic advice on contract administration, claims, and commercial exposure throughout the project lifecycle

• Payment, Measurement & Cost Management (Rail Works)

Measure and verify completed railway works for interim and final payments, including materials and equipment

Certify interim and final payments and advise on final accounts, retention release, and bonds

Deliver value engineering and cost optimisation solutions for rail and transit assets

Prepare cost forecasts, cost disbursement plans, and detailed financial assessments of variations and claims

Monitor rail project costs and proactively advise on significant cost or scope changes

• Claims, Disputes & Rail Contract Strategy

Review, assess, and prepare comprehensive reports on contractor claims related to rail works

Support negotiation and settlement of claims, with a focus on dispute avoidance

Lead contract strategy workshops addressing employer requirements, pricing risk, delivery timelines, and interfaces typical of rail projects

• Programme & Schedule Support

Support planning and scheduling specialists in assessing extension of time (EOT) and disruption claims arising from railway construction activities

• Records & Commercial Documentation

Maintain accurate and auditable records of quantities, executed rail works, and contractual correspondence

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education & Professional Credentials

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

• Experience

Minimum 35 years’ total professional experience

At least 15 years’ experience on major infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on rail or urban rail

Over 15 years of experience as a Chief Contracts Expert in Railway or Metro projects.

2+ previous Metro Projects, Ideally in East or South East Asia.

• Technical & Contractual Expertise

Proven track record administering contracts under FIDIC Conditions of Contract

Strong understanding of international donor‑funded rail projects, including procurement and contract management procedures

Extensive experience managing variations, claims, and dispute avoidance on complex rail construction programmes

Language:

Fluency in English writing and communication

Salary Package:

The salary for this position will be circa $10-12,000 TAX FREE per month with an additional $3,000 per month for allowances.

Key Words / SEO

Rail, Metro, Quantity Surveyor, Contract Manager, Contract Specialist, Resident Engineer, Team Leader, elevated, Civils, Tunnel, TBM, stations, depots, viaduct, bridge, track, Construction Supervision, Consultancy, Consulting Engineer, Claims, FIDIC, JICA, ADB, Asia, South Asia, India

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the Worlds leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

For more information on any Rail & Metro opportunities please contact Oliver Jones at ewi recruitment on o.jones(at)ewi-group.com

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.