Contracts and Legal Manager

DEAL is a world leader in specialized equipment for bridge and viaduct construction, providing engineering services and technical assistance. Our innovative solutions have been used in over 7 million sqm of decks worldwide.

We are seeking a legal-savvy professional with experience in managing contracts for construction and civil engineering projects to join DEAL as a Contracts and Legal Manager. In this role, you will oversee contract administration, legal compliance, risk mitigation, and dispute management on large-scale civil works projects, including activities involving DEAL, TENSA, and SPIC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full contract lifecycle for construction and civil works, including subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and service contracts.
• Provide legal guidance on contract terms to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable laws.
• Collaborate with project management, procurement, commercial, and engineering teams to identify and mitigate legal risks.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, deadlines, change orders, claims, warranties, and indemnities for the company and joint ventures.
• Maintain accurate contract records for audits and dispute resolution.
• Support dispute resolution and claims processes, working with external counsel as needed.

Qualifications:

• Law degree or relevant legal qualification preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in contract management and legal aspects within construction, civil works, or EPC projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction contract law, subcontract administration, risk management, and compliance.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Experience working in cross-functional, fast-paced project environments.
• Fluent in English; French language skills are a plus.

DEAL is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all genders, backgrounds, and abilities.