Contracts Manager, Contruction (Contract)

DRAKE INTERNATIONAL (SINGAPORE) LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to oversee procurement for major construction projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in quantity surveying and a strong background with tier-1 contractors. Responsibilities include managing contracts, developing procurement strategies, and ensuring compliance and timely delivery of materials. Excellent communication and commercial decision-making skills are essential. Applications should be sent to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in quantity surveying, procurement, or contracts.
• Proven experience with tier-1 contractors and large-scale construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tender, procurement, and contract administration.
• Develop procurement strategies and manage vendor relationships.
• Review, negotiate, and manage contracts and variations.

Skills

Tender management

Procurement strategy

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Commercial decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tender, procurement, and contract administration across major construction/EPC projects.
• Develop procurement strategies, policies, and vendor management practices, ensuring competitive sourcing, compliance, and timely delivery of project materials and equipment.
• Review, negotiate, and manage contracts, LOAs, POs, variations, and claims, ensuring proper risk mitigation, commercial governance, and adherence to project requirements.
• Coordinate closely with PMC, EPC, legal, finance, and project teams on technical, commercial, and contractual matters throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor contract and supplier performance, verify progress claims and cost reports, and ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and contract close-out.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and support project managers in meeting cost, quality, and schedule objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years’ experience in quantity surveying, procurement, or contracts within large-scale construction or engineering projects.
• Proven background working with tier-1 contractors, major builders, or leading EPC/PMC environments.
• Strong competency in tender management, procurement strategy, contract negotiation, and administration.
• Solid understanding of construction contracts, claims, variations, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and commercial decision-making skills.

Please send your application, including your resume and current and expected salary, to [e-mail], quoting reference CCM/HHL.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the employer's personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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