Contracts Manager

Permanent Personnel Services Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Permanent Personnel Services Pte Ltd is seeking a Contracts Manager in Singapore to oversee end-to-end contract administration for major construction projects. The role demands deep knowledge of FIDIC/NEC contracts and strong leadership in negotiating with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.

You will lead the claims process, manage variations and time extensions, and ensure regulatory compliance. A track record on large-scale Singapore projects and MRICS/CIArb/PMP/CIPS are preferred, with

Qualifications

• Degree in CM, QS, Law, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in contract management on large-scale construction projects (SGD 500M+).
• Proven knowledge of FIDIC, NEC and Singapore contract forms.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end contract administration for major construction projects.
• Oversee all stages of contract administration for large-scale building and infrastructure projects.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Lead claims management, including variations, extensions of time, and dispute resolution (ADR/arbitration/litigation).
• Collaborate with QS/cost teams on progress claims, cash flow and cost control.
• Identify and mitigate contractual and commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Client liaison

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / QS / Law / Eng

Job description

Contracts Manager

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end contract administration for major construction projects.


• Oversee all stages of contract administration for large-scale building and infrastructure projects.


• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.


• Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements with clients, consultants, and project subcontractors.


• Lead claims management, including variations, extensions of time, and dispute resolution (ADR/arbitration/litigation).


• Manage complex claims including variations, time extensions, and formal dispute resolution processes.


• Ensure compliance with FIDIC, NEC, and Singapore standard contract forms and regulations.


• Ensure full compliance with standard industry contract forms and all relevant regulatory requirements.


• Collaborate with QS and cost teams on progress claims, cash flow, and cost control.


• Partner with cost teams to monitor progress claims, cash flow, and overall project profitability.


• Monitor variations, delays, and financial impacts to safeguard project profitability.


• Oversee bonds, guarantees, payment certifications, and retention processes.


• Supervise the issuance of bonds, payment certifications, and management of project retention funds.


• Identify and mitigate contractual and commercial risks.


• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate various commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.


• Lead and oversee Quantity Surveyors in tendering, quantity take-offs, cost estimation, and on-site commercial management.


• Lead the quantity surveying team in tendering, cost estimation, and commercial site management.


• Act as the key liaison between clients, consultants, contractors, and legal teams.

Job Requirements

• You must possess a degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Law, Engineering, or a related discipline.


• You are required to have at least 10 years of experience in contract management on large-scale construction projects (SGD 500M+).


• You must have a deep understanding of FIDIC, NEC, and Singapore construction contracts.


• You must have a proven track record of successfully resolving complex commercial claims and project disputes.


• You should hold professional certifications such as MRICS, CIArb, PMP, or CIPS as these are highly preferred.


• You must demonstrate strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.


• You should have a track record of working on Singapore projects such as MRT, airport, high-rise, or infrastructure works.


• You must have an established network with local contractors, consultants, and industry stakeholders.

Job Details

• Location: Central Region


• Job type: Permanent


• Working hours: Standard full-time work schedule

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and professional qualifications.


• Standard full-time work schedule within a professional office and site environment.


• Permanent position with the company offering long-term stability and excellent career growth.