Contract Manager

VICO CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in Singapore is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveying Manager to lead their quantity surveying team and ensure the quality and timely delivery of projects. Candidates should have a degree in Building or Quantity Surveying, and at least 8 years of relevant experience in project administration. Familiarity with Singapore A1 Main Contractors and HDB BTO projects is preferred. Strong leadership, planning, and organizational skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of relevant experience in construction project administration.
• Experience in a Singapore Consultant Company is preferred.
• Experience with Singapore A1 Main Contractors and HDB BTO projects is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide the quantity surveying team in contracts administration.
• Negotiate with subcontractors and monitor their performance.
• Advise and resolve requests for equitable adjustments and contract disputes.
• Prepare and monitor project cost budgets and cash flow.
• Collaborate with the project team in the analysis and negotiation of quotations.
• Draft contractual correspondence and finalize accounts.
• Lead the project tender process.

Skills

Planning and organizational skills

Budgeting and project cost control

Strong command of English

Leadership of quantity surveyors

Education

Degree in Building, Quantity Surveying, or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide the quantity surveying team in contracts administration to ensure quality and timely delivery of their assigned tasks and responsibilities.
• Negotiate with subcontractors and monitor their performance to ensure compliance and adherence to project timelines.
• Advise and resolve requests for equitable adjustments, contract disputes, and claims with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Prepare and monitor project cost budgets and cash flow, track changes in design/construction work, manage variations, and adjust budget projections accordingly.
• Collaborate closely with the project team and oversee the quantity surveying team in the analysis, evaluation, and negotiation of quotations to ensure timely awarding of contracts to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Draft contractual correspondence and ensure the timely finalization of accounts with clients and subcontractors.
• Lead the project tender process, including leading the team in tabulating quantities and pricing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree in Building, Quantity Surveying, or equivalent.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in the full cycle of construction project administration.
• Experience working in a Singapore Consultant Company is preferred.
• Experience with Singapore A1 Main Contractors and HDB BTO projects is an advantage.
• Strong planning and organizational skills to meet deadlines.
• Essential knowledge of budgeting and project cost control.
• Strong command of English.
• Able to lead a goup of quantity surveyors.