Contract Manager

STL DEVELOPMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee all aspects of contract management within the project department. You will lead a team of Quantity Surveyors, ensuring all contractual issues are managed and resolved effectively. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of relevant experience in the construction industry, strong negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of construction contract law. This role offers a competitive salary range of $6000-$7000.

Qualifications

• 10 years and above of relevant experience.
• Good knowledge of the construction industry.
• Experience in main contractor firms.

Responsibilities

• Set up contracts section and develop team members.
• Lead a team of Quantity surveyors and manage contractual issues.
• Oversee Contracts Management duties such as tender preparation.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership qualities

Knowledge of construction contract law

Education

Degree in Building, Quantity Surveying, Civil engineering or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Contract Manager

Occupation

MANAGER

Job Description & Requirements

Set up contracts section and develop team members.

Assist the Director in all matters relating to the project department.

Lead a team of Quantity surveyors and ensure that all contractual issues are fully understood and complied with at existing/new projects. Coach and supervise the QS in the project department.

Lead the project department through all stages and responsible for the administration of sub-contract and main contract including variation Order (VO) and settlement of final accounts.

Oversee and discharge Contracts Management duties such as tender preparation, preparation of costing and Pre-Contract administration. Evaluating and providing recommendations for tenders, and awarding construction and procurement contracts.

Check the submissions by quantity surveyor, external consultants on contract administration matters, such as assessing contractors' claims for progress claim, variation works, extension of time, cash flow report, final account and handling of contractual disputes.

Verify all contractual correspondences related to the project.

Work in conjunction with project management team to ensure compliance.

Any other duties assigned by the Director, Operations Department.

Requirements

Degree in Building, Quantity Surveying, Civil engineering or equivalent.

Preferably with 10 years and above of relevant experience.

Good knowledge of the construction industry with past experience in main contractor firms. Possess strong personal & negotiation skills and leadership qualities.

Motivated individual with sound knowledge in construction contract law & standard building contract for company.

Salary $6000-$7000