Contracts Manager

ISOTEAM AET PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ISOTEAM AET PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks a Contracts Leader to head the Contracts Department in pre and post contract functions, covering tendering, estimation, procurement, cost control and reporting.

The role focuses on strategy, risk management and ensuring successful project outcomes. The ideal candidate will review cost estimates, manage cash flows, oversee final accounts, and guide Quantity Surveyors, while maintaining strong relationships with clients and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, Project Management, Construction Management or similar field.
• Experience in contracts administration or quantity surveying preferred.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing measurement and tender documentation processes.
• Establishing tender and procurement strategies and advising on contracts for suppliers and subcontractors.
• Reviewing cost estimations and monitoring cash flow forecasts.
• Endorsing payment responses and final accounts, and setting policies for payments.
• Mitigating risks and advising on dispute resolution techniques.
• Coordinating with finance to ensure correct billing and collections.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Contracts administration

Dispute resolution

Communication skills

MS Office

Leadership

Self-motivated

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Statement of Purpose (Overall Purpose of Job)

Heading the Contracts Department in both pre and post contract functions, in the area of tendering, estimation, procurement, contracts administration, cost control & reporting, cash flow monitoring and dispute resolution to meet project objectives.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

(A) Specific:

• Overseeing the measurement and tender documentation processes.
• Establishing tender and procurement strategies and advises on relevant contracts for suppliers, specialists and subcontractors.
• Reviewing cost estimations and monitors cash flow forecasts.
• Endorsing payment responses and final accounts, and establishes policies for payments and post contract administration matters.
• Working to mitigate risks and advises on dispute resolution techniques when necessary.
• Coordinating with finance department to ensure correct billing and collection of contractual revenues.

(B) General:

• Building relationships with customers and liaises with suppliers, specialists and subcontractors to help develop resource plans and monitor costs and profitability of construction works to deliver the project objectives.
• Coaching and developing Quantity Surveyors under the team to their full potential.
• Any other duties as assigned by superior.

(C) Safety:

• Follow the safety procedures, rules and regulations and eliminate or reduce hazard at the work place.

Job Requirements

(A) Education, Qualifications & Special Training:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, Project Management, Construction Management or similar field.
• Job holder without the above qualification but with relevant experience would be considered.

(B) Knowledge & Skills:

• Possess knowledge in quantity surveying, contracts administration, and dispute resolution.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• PC literate and knowledge in MS Office.
• Positive and good working attitude, self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Possess leadership skill.

(C) Experience:

• Preferably with at least 5 years’ experience in Contracts Administration or Quantity Surveying field.