Associate Contracts Manager (Cost Management - Data Centre)

Turner & Townsend Limited; Singapore; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Contracts Manager to join their dynamic team. This role involves supporting contracts and commercial administration throughout the lifecycle of data centre developments. You will communicate with stakeholders, manage contract approvals, and ensure timely contractor payments. The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of experience in complex construction environments and possess strong communication skills. Join a supportive and inclusive work environment that values work-life balance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in contracts or commercial roles in construction.
• Strong written and verbal English skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery teams on contracts and commercial administration.
• Manage the Contract and Purchase Order approval process.

Skills

Contract Management

Commercial Administration

Stakeholder Communication

Cost Management

Attention to Detail

Collaboration Skills

Resourcefulness

Clear Communication

Relationship Building

English Proficiency

Education

Certificate or Degree in Engineering

Certificate or Degree in Law

Certificate or Degree in Quantity Surveying

Certificate or Degree in Business/Commerce

Job description

Associate Contracts Manager (Cost Management - Data Centre)

Job Type: Full-time

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

We work with clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources to transform projects and deliver impactful outcomes that improve lives. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset, and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero, and digital solutions.

Majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, Turner & Townsend collaborates with CBRE to provide leading programme, project, and cost management services worldwide.

As the Associate Contracts Manager, reporting directly to the Contracts Manager, you will:

1. Support delivery teams on contracts and commercial administration throughout the lifecycle of data centre developments.
2. Communicate with internal and external stakeholders on contract and financial matters related to data centre development.
3. Assist in drafting new contracts, variations, and contractual correspondence.
4. Manage the Contract and Purchase Order approval process, ensuring efficient communication and tracking.
5. Support the cost management system as a super user, ensuring costs are correctly allocated and POs are approved efficiently.
6. Handle contract lifecycle responsibilities, including kickoff, delivery, and closeout.
7. Coordinate payments between Development and Finance teams to ensure timely contractor payments.
8. Assist in developing and implementing reporting tools for key contract metrics.

Qualifications and skills required:

• 4-7 years of experience supporting projects in a contracts or commercial role within complex construction or development environments.
• A certificate or degree in Engineering, Law, Quantity Surveying, or Business/Commerce.
• High attention to detail, collaboration skills, resourcefulness, and clear communication abilities.
• An authentic personality capable of building strong relationships globally.
• Strong written and verbal English skills.

Our inspired team shares our vision and mission. We offer a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment that promotes work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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