Contract Manager

STANFORD MANPOWER; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in project management is seeking an experienced professional to support contract administration and project management activities for both public and private sector developments. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of local building contracts and significant experience in managing construction projects. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in project management.
• Strong knowledge of local building contracts (PSSCOC, SIA, REDAS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day contract administration and project management activities.
• Coordinate effectively with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Review and prepare tender documentation and manage project documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Contract Administration

Construction Programming

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Building, Construction Management, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Support the Project Architect in the day-to-day contract administration and project management activities, including tracking construction progress and monitoring key milestones for both public and private sector developments.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge and practical experience in applying locally adopted Conditions of Building Contracts, such as PSSCOC, SIA, and REDAS.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors to resolve project and contractual matters efficiently.
• Lead or participate in meetings as necessary, ensuring timely follow-up on action items and decisions.
• Assist in the preparation of tender documentation—including evaluation criteria, specifications, and contract drafts—and support the full tender process from evaluation to award recommendation.
• Draft and manage contract administration documents during the construction phase, including contractual letters, notices, directions, instructions, certificates, variation orders, extension of time (EOT) claims, and other related matters.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive project master programmes and schedules.
• Review and provide recommendations on front-end tender documents and supplemental agreements prepared by clients' legal or quantity surveying consultants.
• Assist in evaluating and responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), bids, and consultancy service agreements.
• Draft consultancy fee proposals, additional service claims, sub-consultancy agreements, and process claims submitted by sub-consultants.
• Maintain detailed and organized project documentation for effective contract and claims management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Building, Construction Management, Construction Economics, Building Science, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in managing projects under various standard Conditions of Building Contracts used in Singapore, including PSSCOC, SIA, and REDAS.
• Proven track record working on both public and private sector building projects.
• Comprehensive understanding of all project phases—from inception and tender planning to construction, Defects Liability Period, and Final Completion.
• Strong grasp of construction programming and scheduling.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative, with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

HOW TO APPLY?

Please submit your resume to [e-mail] for a faster shortlisting process! - Elsie Lee (Reg no: R1109571)