Assistant Contracts Manager – Permanent Role

Career Story Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking an Assistant Contracts Manager to oversee contract administration and guide Quantity Surveyors. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include providing contractual advice, managing claims, and ensuring project completion in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in the local building and construction sector.
• Solid understanding of contract forms such as SIA and PSSCOC.
• Demonstrated experience in managing tenders and claims.

Responsibilities

• Support the Contracts Manager in overseeing contract and commercial aspects.
• Supervise a team of Quantity Surveyors.
• Administer main contracts and subcontracts from award to final account.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying

Tools

MS Office

CostX

Bluebeam

Job description

Location: Kaki Bukit Area
Industry: Building and Construction
Work Schedule: 5-day work week
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established client in the construction industry for the position of Assistant Contracts Manager. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with strong contract administration and quantity surveying experience, ready to take the next step in leading project-based commercial operations.

Scope of Projects:

• Private residential developments

• Community centres

• Public school facilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Contracts Manager in overseeing the contract and commercial aspects of ongoing construction projects.

• Supervise and guide a team of Quantity Surveyors in delivering accurate and timely contract deliverables.

• Administer main contracts and subcontracts from award to final account.

• Provide contractual advice and cost strategies to project teams, ensuring risk mitigation and commercial compliance.

• Evaluate and certify subcontractor payments, variation orders, and responses to site instructions.

• Manage claims for additional works and time extensions (EOT), including preparation and defense of claims.

• Take part in tendering activities including cost estimation, pricing, and contract term reviews.

• Finalize accounts and close out projects in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Building, or Construction Management.

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in the local building and construction sector.

• Solid understanding of contract forms such as SIA and PSSCOC, as well as construction-related legal principles.

• Demonstrated experience in managing tenders, variation claims, progress payments, and final accounts.

• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office and quantity surveying tools such as CostX or Bluebeam.

• Able to work independently and lead in a dynamic project environment.

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