Contract Manager

mcc engineering (singapore) pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MCC Engineering (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. is seeking an experienced Contracts & Commercial Manager to oversee contract administration from pre-award to project completion.

You will review tenders, negotiate terms, and manage variations and disputes across major building, infrastructure, or civil engineering projects. The role requires 8–10 years’ experience, strong knowledge of standard form contracts, and excellent stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Law or related discipline.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience in contract administration or commercial management within construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (PSSCOC, FIDIC, SIA, NEC or similar).
• Experience managing large-scale building, infrastructure or civil projects.
• Sound understanding of contract law, procurement processes, claims management and dispute resolution.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with contract management software is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of contracts from pre-award to project completion.
• Review tender documents, contracts, specifications, and commercial terms to identify contractual risks and obligations.
• Prepare, review, negotiate, and administer contracts, subcontracts, consultancy agreements, and purchase agreements.
• Provide contractual advice and support to project managers and site teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor compliance with contract terms, project milestones, and contractual deliverables.
• Manage variation orders, EOT claims, loss and expense claims, and dispute resolution.
• Prepare contractual correspondence, notices, claims, and responses per contract requirements.
• Lead negotiations with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers on contractual matters.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks.
• Collaborate with Quantity Surveying on cost control, payment applications, and final account settlement.
• Maintain proper documentation and records of contractual communications and project correspondence.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Support project close-out activities, including final account negotiations and contract completion.

Skills

Contract administration

Commercial management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Law

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel/Word

Contract management software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of contracts from pre-award to project completion.
• Review tender documents, contracts, specifications, and commercial terms to identify contractual risks and obligations.
• Prepare, review, negotiate, and administer contracts, subcontracts, consultancy agreements, and purchase agreements.
• Provide contractual advice and support to project managers and site teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor compliance with contract terms, project milestones, and contractual deliverables.
• Manage variation orders, extension of time (EOT) claims, loss and expense claims, and dispute resolution.
• Prepare contractual correspondence, notices, claims, and responses in accordance with contract requirements.
• Lead negotiations with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers on contractual matters.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks.
• Collaborate with the Quantity Surveying team on cost control, payment applications, and final account settlement.
• Maintain proper documentation and records of contractual communications and project correspondence.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Support project close-out activities, including final account negotiations and contract completion.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Law, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in contract administration or commercial management within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, including PSSCOC, FIDIC, SIA, NEC, or other standard forms of contract.
• Experience in managing large-scale building, infrastructure, or civil engineering projects.
• Sound understanding of contract law, procurement processes, claims management, and dispute resolution.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work under tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word. Familiarity with contract management software is an advantage.
• Meticulous, commercially aware, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.