Commercial Executive (Quantity Surveyor)

ICF INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic construction firm in Singapore is seeking a Commercial Officer to manage client relationships, oversee tendering processes, and ensure regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2-4 years of experience in a commercial or contracts role, preferably in construction, marine, or oil & gas. Responsibilities include negotiation of contracts, management of purchase orders, and collaboration with subcontractors to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in quantity surveying, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in a commercial/contracts/tendering role.
• Strong understanding of tendering processes and contractual terms.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with clients and establish new contacts.
• Handle complaints and disputes through negotiations.
• Review and approve purchase orders and work orders.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Conflict resolution

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in quantity surveying, Construction Management, or Business

Certifications in contract management or project management (e.g., MRICS, PMP)

Job description

Core Accountabilities / Responsibilities:

• To build relationship with Clients and establish new contacts.
• To attend daily Commercial Meeting and Weekly Commercial Meeting.
• To do tendering included handle complaints and dispute by negotiating settlement agreement; Ensure all RFQ technical, regulatory, and commercial compliance.
• To update Inquiry Masterlist, Quotation Masterlist, Subcontractor Masterlist, QS Server Folder and ERP.
• To prepare handover of awarded tender.
• To update Weekly Integrated Meeting.
• To review and approve PO/WO raised by SCM.
• To source, select and review Subcontractor assisted by Operation team.
• To assist raise change order during construction stage.
• To assist Service Report requested by Operation team.
• To undertake any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by Commercial Manager.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in quantity surveying, Construction Management, Business, or equivalent.
• Certifications related to contract management, procurement, or project management (e.g., MRICS, PMP) are a plus.
• Preferred 2–4 years of relevant experience in a commercial/contracts/tendering role, ideally in construction, marine, or oil & gas industries.
• Experience handling RFQs, tenders, purchase orders, and subcontractor engagement processes.
• Familiarity with project handover procedures and cost tracking during construction.
• Strong understanding of tendering processes, contractual terms, and commercial negotiations.
• Experience preparing, reviewing, and submitting quotations, proposals, and contract documents.
• Familiarity with procurement practices, including sourcing and evaluating subcontractors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to maintain professional relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills, especially when dealing with complaints and disputes.
• Detail-oriented and structured in approach to managing commercial data.
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and attend regular cross-functional meetings.