Contracts Manager (CE)

Tiong Seng Contractors (Pte) Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiong Seng Contractors (Pte) Ltd is hiring for a role that involves managing and leading a team on commercial operational matters and overseeing civil engineering projects in Singapore. Candidates should have a recognized degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering and at least 2 years of managerial experience.

The role requires strong negotiation and leadership skills, along with proficiency in industry contractual practices. Candidates with more experience may be considered for a senior position.

Qualifications

• Recognized degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of managerial experience in civil engineering projects.
• Proficiency with industry contractual practices and PSSCOC.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a team on commercial operational matters.
• Evaluate, value engineer, negotiate cost/scope for procurement.
• Contract administration and resolution of contractual issues.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Leadership qualities

Communication skills

Digital mindset

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering

Job description

Location: Singapore, Kallang

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a team on commercial operational matters.
• Evaluate, value engineer, negotiate cost/scope for procurement and make recommendation for award.
• Contract administration including rendering contractual advice, handling, and resolution of contractual issues.
• Evaluate and certify Main Contract/Sub‑Contract progress and variation claims, payments, including settlement of final accounts.
• Project budgeting and cost control.
• Liaise with project teams, client and consultants.

Requirements

• Recognized degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of managerial experience in managing civil engineering projects (e.g., PUB and/or LTA projects).
• Candidates with more years of managerial experience will be considered for a senior position.
• Proficiency with industry contractual practices and various standard forms of contracts, particularly PSSCOC.
• Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and leadership qualities.
• Articulate and possess a digital mindset.