Contracts Manager

CHINA CONSTRUCTION (SOUTH PACIFIC) DEVELOPMENT CO. PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to oversee contract negotiations and administration. The ideal candidate should possess a degree or diploma in building with at least 5 years of experience in main contracting. Responsibilities include analyzing cost comparisons, liaising with sub-contractors, and ensuring accurate measurement of works. This role requires strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years and above experience as Contract Manager in main-con companies.
• Proven ability in contract negotiation, contract administration & variation orders.
• Able to work independently, meticulous, analytical, and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze cost comparison.
• Liaise and negotiate with sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Measure quantities and take off.
• Work closely with Project and Construction Managers.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract administration

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Education

Degree / Diploma in Building or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

• Prepare and analyze cost comparison
• Obtaining quotations, liaising and negotiate with sub-contractors and suppliers
• Responsible for measuring quantities and taking off
• Works closely with the Project Manager, Construction Manager, Client / Client Representatives and Sub-Contractors to accurately arrive with progress claims and variation claims.
• Deals with contractual issues between main contractor and client, and those between main contractor and sub-contractors
• Ensures progressive claims are promptly put up to the client through accurate measurement of actual works accomplished.
• Prepare Variation Orders, claims, final accounts, settlement and sub-contractor payments
• All other QS related job

Job Requirements

• Degree / Diploma in Building or its equivalent
• 5 years and above experience as Contract Manager in main-con companies
• Proven ability in contract negotiation, contract administration & variation orders
• Able to work independently, be meticulous, analytical with excellent problem-solving skills, proactive, a good team player & able to meet tight deadlines
• 5 days work week