Contracts Manager

-; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Singapore is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead the Contracts Department, overseeing tender documentation, cost control, and dispute resolution. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in Quantity Surveying and at least 5 years' experience in Contracts Administration. Responsibilities include establishing procurement strategies, coordinating with finance for billing, and building relationships with clients and subcontractors. This role requires strong knowledge in quantity surveying and contracts administration.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in Contracts Administration or Quantity Surveying field.
• Possess knowledge in quantity surveying and contracts administration.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the measurement and tender documentation processes.
• Establishing tender and procurement strategies for relevant contracts.
• Reviewing cost estimations and monitoring cash flow forecasts.
• Mitigating risks and resolving disputes.
• Building relationships with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Skills

Contracts administration

Dispute resolution

Cost control

Relationship building

Education

Diploma or bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, or similar

Job description

Contracts Manager (Construction)

• Location: Changi North Street 1
• Salary: $4500 - $5500
• Working Hours: Mon to Fri | 8am - 530pm

Statement Of Purpose

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

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

• Be aware of Occupational health and Safety Policy.
• Follow the Company safety procedures, rules and regulations.
• Eliminate or reduce hazard at the workplace.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, Project Management, Construction Management or similar field.
• Possess knowledge in quantity surveying, contracts administration, and dispute resolution.
• At least 5 years' experience in Contracts Administration or Quantity Surveying field.