Contract Manager

UNITED E & P PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Singapore is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee contract administration and commercial management. The ideal candidate will have 8–10 years of experience in contract management specifically in civil works and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include drafting contracts, managing claims, and ensuring compliance with local laws. Strong negotiation and analytical skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in contract management in road construction, civil works, and/or infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in claims preparation, dispute resolution, and cost control.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts with clients and subcontractors.
• Identify, prepare, and submit claims and variations.
• Assess contractual risks and provide recommendations.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Claims preparation

Cost control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Quantity Surveying

Construction Management

Law

Tools

MS Office

Contract management software

Project documentation tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Administration:

• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and agreements with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual terms, conditions, and legal requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date records of contract documentation and correspondence.

Commercial & Claims Management:

• Identify, prepare, and submit claims, variations, and extension of time requests.
• Negotiate settlements for claims and variations with clients and subcontractors.
• Monitor cost performance and ensure profitability of projects.

Risk & Compliance:

• Assess contractual risks and provide recommendations to minimize exposure.
• Ensure adherence to local laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Advise project teams on contractual rights, obligations, and liabilities.

Coordination & Stakeholder Management:

• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and other stakeholders on contractual matters.
• Support project managers in resolving contractual and commercial issues.
• Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of contracts.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Prepare regular contract management reports for management review.
• Maintain proper documentation of contracts, amendments, claims, and disputes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in contract management in road construction, civil works, and/or infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in claims preparation, dispute resolution, and cost control.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, contract management software, and project documentation tools.