Deputy Contracts Manager

CSC Enterprise (S'pore) Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and engineering company in Singapore is seeking a Contract Manager with a degree or diploma in Building. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in contract management within main contracting companies, with proven skills in contract negotiation and administration. Responsibilities include preparing cost comparisons and managing relationships with sub-contractors. The role demands strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and excellent problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years and above experience as Contract Manager in main-con companies.
• Proven ability in contract negotiation and contract administration.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze cost comparison.
• Liaise and negotiate with sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Measure quantities and prepare variation orders.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract administration

Problem-solving

Ability to work independently

Meticulousness

Education

Degree / Diploma in Building or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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