Contract Manager

Wood-5 Deco; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood-5 Deco in Singapore seeks an experienced Contract Administrator to lead contract administration across client, subcontract, and supplier agreements for interior fit-out and related projects.

You will interpret clauses, manage notices, and support tender submissions, cost control, and dispute resolution, interfacing with project teams and stakeholders to ensure compliance and profitable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Building / Interior Design / Engineering or related field.
• 8–10 years of relevant interior fit-out, retail, commercial, hospitality, or construction project experience.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore construction and fit-out contracts.

Responsibilities

• Review, negotiate, and administer client, subcontract, and supplier contracts.
• Interpret contract clauses and advise project teams on contractual matters.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, project specs, and company policies.

Skills

Contract Administration

Tender Management

Commercial Management

Subcontract Management

Project Contract Management

Claims & Dispute Resolution

Compliance & Reporting

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Building / Interior Design / Engineering

Job description

Contract Administration

• Review, negotiate, and administer client contracts, subcontract agreements, and supplier contracts.
• Interpret contract clauses and provide advice to project teams on contractual matters.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, project specifications, and company policies.
• Maintain proper records of contract correspondence, notices, and project documentation.

Tender& Pre-Contract Management

• Review tender documents and identify contractual and commercial risks.
• Provide contractual advice during tender submissions and contract negotiations.
• Assist in preparing qualifications, clarifications, and commercial proposals.
• Evaluate contract terms and recommend amendments where necessary.

Commercial Management

• Monitor project budgets, cost control, and profitability.
• Review and certify variation orders, claims, and additional work requests.
• Prepare and negotiate Extension of Time (EOT), prolongation cost, and loss and expense claims.
• Support project teams in cost recovery and commercial negotiations.

Subcontract& Supplier Management

• Prepare and manage subcontract agreements and purchase contracts.
• Evaluate subcontractor claims and variations.
• Monitor subcontractor performance against contractual obligations.
• Resolve contractual disputes with subcontractors and suppliers.

Project Contract Management

• Ensure proper issuance of contractual notices within stipulated timelines.
• Monitor project progress and identify potential contractual risks.
• Attend project meetings with clients, consultants, landlords, and contractors.
• Provide recommendations on contractual remedies and dispute avoidance.

Claims& Dispute Resolution

• Manage project-related claims and contractual disputes.
• Prepare supporting documentation for claims submissions.
• Coordinate with legal advisors when necessary.
• Facilitate negotiations and settlements to achieve favorable outcomes.

Compliance& Reporting

• Monitor compliance with local regulations, industry standards, and contract requirements.
• Prepare monthly commercial and contractual reports for management.
• Maintain a register of variations, claims, contracts, warranties, and insurances.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building, Interior Design, Engineering, , or related disciplines.

Experience

• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in interior fit-out, retail, commercial, hospitality, or construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore construction and fit-out contracts.
• Experience handling retail mall fit-out projects, office renovations, and F&B projects preferred.