Contract Management Manager (Marine)

-; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the marine and offshore sector in Singapore is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to support the Senior Contracts Manager. In this role, you will provide commercial advice throughout the project lifecycle, assist procurement teams, and identify potential issues while managing claims. The ideal candidate will possess a diploma or degree, with a minimum of 8 years’ experience in contract management, preferably in shipping or marine projects. Fluency in English and familiarity with project obligations are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience in contract management, preferably in shipping or marine projects.
• Knowledge of project contractual obligations and subcontractor cost control.
• Experience managing claims and disputes.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia or Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide contractual and commercial advice throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support procurement and subcontracting to ensure compliance with contracts.
• Work with Project Managers to manage variations and verify claims.
• Identify issues and coordinate with Legal for resolutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Location in TUAS.

Job Summary

The role supports the Senior Contracts Manager and works closely with project teams to manage commercial and contractual risks. It involves providing guidance, ensuring compliance, and implementing timely actions to protect project interests.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide contractual and commercial advice throughout the project lifecycle, from tender to construction, completion, and final payment, while monitoring costs and schedules.
• Assist in reviewing contract requirements during tendering to identify risks and secure favorable commercial outcomes.
• Support procurement and subcontracting teams to ensure contracts are followed and key terms are applied; help develop agreements with strategic suppliers to improve pricing and delivery.
• Work with Project Managers to track milestones, verify claims, and manage variations.
• Identify potential issues or disputes and coordinate with Legal to develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage claims, disputes, settlements, and resolutions efficiently.
• Guide departments (Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Subcontracting) on contract administration and deliverables.
• Conduct workshops to ensure the project team understands contractual risks and obligations.
• Continuously review and improve processes, systems, and policies to strengthen contract management.
• Enforce governance and risk management to proactively address challenges during project execution, contract administration, and cost management.

Key Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum 8 years' experience in contract management, preferably in shipping, marine, or offshore oil & gas projects.
• Knowledge of project contractual obligations, including variation orders, notice periods, and subcontractor cost control.
• Experience managing and mitigating claims.
• Familiarity with project execution processes and documentation requirements.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented, independent, and professional with high integrity.
• Fluent in English; Bahasa Indonesia or Mandarin is a plus for working with overseas counterparts.
• Willingness to travel to project sites overseas.