Contracts Manager ( Main Contractor / Building Projects / MSISV / MRICS )

Atlaz; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlaz in Singapore is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee contractual, commercial and cost-management matters across multiple projects. The role requires managing pre- and post-contract activities, reviewing main contracts and supplier agreements, and guiding the QS/contracts team.

You will oversee budgets, cash flow, claims, and final accounts, while mitigating risks and negotiating with subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building or related discipline is required.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant contracts or commercial-management experience in Singapore’s construction industry.
• Strong experience working with a main contractor on building projects.
• Knowledge of PSSCOC, SIA Conditions of Contract and the Security of Payment Act is essential.
• Proven skills in cost control, procurement, variations, EOT claims, payment claims and final accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage all pre-contract and post-contract commercial activities.
• Review and administer main contracts, subcontracts and supplier agreements.
• Oversee project budgets, cost forecasts, cash flow and commercial reporting.
• Manage progress claims, variations, EOT, loss and expense claims and final accounts.
• Identify contractual and commercial risks and recommend actions.
• Lead subcontractor procurement, tender evaluation and contract negotiations.
• Provide contractual and commercial advice to Project Managers and site teams.
• Handle payment disputes, claims negotiations and Security of Payment Act matters.
• Lead and guide the Quantity Surveying and contracts team.
• Ensure proper contract documentation, correspondence and project records.

Skills

Contracts management

Cost control

Negotiation

Contract writing

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Role Overview

Lead Commercial Performance. Protect Project Margins.

Our client is an established BCA-registered General Builder undertaking building, HDB upgrading and A&A projects. They are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee contractual, commercial and cost-management matters across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all pre-contract and post-contract commercial activities.
• Review and administer main contracts, subcontracts and supplier agreements.
• Oversee project budgets, cost forecasts, cash flow and commercial reporting.
• Manage progress claims, variations, EOT, loss and expense claims and final accounts.
• Identify contractual and commercial risks and recommend appropriate actions.
• Lead subcontractor procurement, tender evaluation and contract negotiations.
• Provide contractual and commercial advice to Project Managers and site teams.
• Handle payment disputes, claims negotiations and Security of Payment Act matters.
• Lead and guide the Quantity Surveying and contracts team.
• Ensure proper contract documentation, correspondence and project records.

Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Building or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant contracts or commercial-management experience in Singapore’s construction industry.
• Strong experience working with a main contractor on building projects.
• Good knowledge of PSSCOC, SIA Conditions of Contract and the Security of Payment Act.
• Proven experience in cost control, procurement, variations, EOT claims, payment claims and final accounts.
• Strong commercial judgement, negotiation and contractual-writing skills.
• Able to manage multiple projects and lead a team independently.
• Experience in HDB upgrading, lift upgrading, MSCP, A&A or public-sector projects will be advantageous.

Professional Membership (Will be Preferred)

Current professional membership with the following will be preferred:

• MSISV / FSISV under the Quantity Surveying Division; and
• MRICS / FRICS with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.