Construction Contract Specialist — Claims & Cost Control

hua rong engineering & construction pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

hua rong engineering & construction pte. ltd. is seeking a contract administrator/quantity surveyor to assist in managing construction contracts and subcontract agreements, monitor contractual claims, and support commercial risk management on projects in Singapore.

You will liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve contractual matters, assist in negotiations, and support the Contract Manager in daily administration to ensure timely, compliant delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Experience in Singapore’s construction industry
• Knowledge of construction contracts, subcontract management, and contractual claims
• Familiarity with Singapore construction industry practices and procedures
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with responsibility and proactivity
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin communication

Responsibilities

• Manage construction contracts and subcontract agreements to ensure compliance and effective execution
• Oversee progress claims, variation orders (VO), extensions of time (EOT), and other contractual claims to maintain project timelines and budgets
• Monitor project costs, budgets, payments, and contractual compliance to control financial performance
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve contractual matters and facilitate collaboration
• Assist in contract negotiations to optimize cost control and mitigate commercial risks
• Support the Contract Manager in daily contract administration and handling project commercial matters to ensure smooth operations

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Independent working

Mandarin proficiency

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying / Engineering / Construction Management

Job description

hua rong engineering & construction pte. ltd. is seeking a contract administrator/quantity surveyor to assist in managing construction contracts and subcontract agreements, monitor contractual claims, and support commercial risk management on projects in Singapore.

You will liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve contractual matters, assist in negotiations, and support the Contract Manager in daily administration to ensure timely, compliant delivery.