Contract / Procurement Director

YEW CHEW CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced professional to manage strategic procurement and contract support for various projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree or diploma and at least 7 years of relevant experience in tender preparation across multiple sectors. This role involves overseeing budgeting processes and ensuring compliance with company's procurement policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in procurement and contract management.
• Relevant experience in preparing tenders for various types of projects.
• Familiarity with local legal requirements and contract laws.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute strategic procurement support for projects.
• Oversee tender preparation and budgeting processes.
• Manage contracts and resolve disputes related to costs.

Skills

Strategic procurement management

Contract management

Budgeting and forecasting

Risk management

Tender preparation

Education

Degree/ Diploma

Job description

Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute strategic procurement and contract management support for all projects
• Manage and oversee a Quantity Surveyor in tender preparation, submission, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Review cost assumptions for new projects and compare with actual progress in the projects.
• Support Risk Management by screening and strengthening contracts, procurement practices, and SOPs for projects.
• Attach to project companies for short durations to provide procurement and contracts management support.
• Review project Procurement and Contracts Management Policies and Processes for compliance with Group policies.
• Oversee and resolve delayed and disputed costs, including variation claims.
• First contact person for Technical Advice and Project Presentations.
• Develop overarching strategies to identify and forge strategic alliances, partnerships and other business opportunities to drive company’s growth.
• Provide assistance and guidance to other departments on procurement activities, ensuring compliance with the Group’s procurement policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Degree/ Diploma with a minimum of 7 years' experience in a similar capacity.
• Relevant experience in preparing Tenders for plumbing, sanitary Gas works across infrastructure, industrial, residential, and commercial projects.
• Familiarity with Contracts, Law, and local legal requirements.
• Open to candidates from Developer, Consultancy, or Contractor backgrounds.
• Working Hours Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm and saturdays 9am to 5pm. ( attend meetings with site personnels)