Contract Manager (Building owner, regional exposure, 8K)

MANPOWER STAFFING SERVICES (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing service provider in Singapore is seeking a Contract & Commercial Manager to manage contract administration and oversee commercial activities for data center projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years' experience in construction or property development, strong negotiation and communication skills, and must be proficient in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Chinese is required for stakeholder interactions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in construction, QS consultancy, or property development.
• Good knowledge of pre- and post-contract management.
• B3 in O Level Chinese for supporting stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract administration and commercial activities.
• Draft and negotiate contracts and consultancy agreements.
• Oversee vendor management and payment certification.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or Contract Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Contract & Commercial Manager (Data Centre owner, regional projects, 8K)

Thank you for your interest!

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the full spectrum of contract administration and commercial activities (pre and post contract works).
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, tenders, and consultancy agreements.
• Lead tender exercises — from pre‑qualification, fee proposals, and evaluation to award recommendation.
• Liaise with consultants and QS teams on tender strategy, project costing, and contract documentation.
• Oversee vendor management, payment certification, and final account review.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and contractual obligations.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Contract Management, or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in construction, QS consultancy, or property development.
• Good knowledge of pre‑ and post‑contract management, cost control, and contractual claims.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• B3 in O Level Chinese is required to support Chinese speaking internal and external stakeholder.

We respect your privacy and all communication will be treated with confidentiality. If you wish to know more about this position or explore other roles, please prepare your updated profile and get in touch with our consultant at winnie.chen(at)manpower.com.sg.

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