Commercial Manager

CHINA RAILWAY ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT GROUP CO., LTD. Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee commercial aspects of large-scale infrastructure projects. The role involves managing contracts, budgets, and stakeholder communications, alongside leadership responsibilities for a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree relevant to the field and significant experience in contract management, specifically within tunneling projects.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in commercial or contract management.
• 3–5 years in a managerial role for tunneling or large-scale projects.
• Proven experience in administering EPC contracts and managing claims.

Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate contracts, manage change orders and claims.
• Monitor project budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and support project management teams.

Skills

Contract law

Project costing

Financial forecasting

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Excel

Candy

CCS

Oracle Primavera

ERP systems

Job description

Contract Management

• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts.
• Ensure all contract terms and obligations are clearly understood and implemented.
• Manage change orders, claims, and variations effectively.

Cost Control & Budget Management

• Monitor project budgets and expenditures.
• Forecast project costs and cash flows.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and financial risks.

Tendering & Bidding

• Lead the commercial aspect of tender submissions.
• Prepare cost estimates and pricing strategies.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations for inclusion in tenders.

Project Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly commercial reports, cost-to-complete reports, and cash flow projections.
• Provide financial insight and advice to project management teams.
• Track profitability against targets and identify deviations.

Risk Management

• Identify, analyze, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks.
• Maintain proper documentation to support claims and defend against disputes.

Stakeholder Communication

• Liaise with clients, consultants, and partners on commercial matters.
• Support internal project teams with contract interpretation and dispute resolution.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to company policies, local regulations, and industry standards.
• Maintain audit trails and ensure proper documentation.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage a team of quantity surveyors, contract administrators, or commercial officers.
• Mentor and develop team members’ commercial acumen.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following disciplines:
  Quantity Surveying
  Civil Engineering
  Construction Management
  Business Administration
  Or other related fields

Work Experience

• 8–10 years of relevant experience in commercial or contract management
• At least 3–5 years in a managerial role within tunneling or large-scale civil/infrastructure projects
• Proven experience in:
  Administering and negotiating EPC or D&B contracts
  Managing costs, variations, claims, and contractual disputes
  Working on mega projects, preferably involving tunnel boring machines (TBM) or NATM techniques

Technical & Commercial Skills

• Strong understanding of:
  Contract law, procurement practices, and commercial risk
  Project costing, financial forecasting, and cash flow management
• Proficiency in:
  MS Excel, cost control software (e.g., Candy, CCS, Oracle Primavera), and ERP systems
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and work in high-pressure environments
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and solution-focused mindset