Contract Manager

Frontbuild Engineering & Construction Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Contract Manager to lead their contracts management team. This role involves overseeing contractual compliance, managing a team of Quantity Surveyors, and ensuring the successful administration of construction contracts. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of construction contract law. Join a forward-thinking company that values leadership and expertise in the construction sector, and take your career to the next level in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in construction management.
• Strong knowledge of construction contract law and standard building contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Quantity Surveyors and manage all contractual issues.
• Oversee contracts management duties including tender preparation and cost evaluation.

Skills

Contract Management

Negotiation Skills

Team Leadership

Construction Contract Law

Education

Degree in Building

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Contract Manager

Frontbuild Engineering & Construction Pte Ltd

North Region

Contracts Management (Construction)

Full time

$5,000 – $7,000 per month

Job Description & Requirements

Set up contracts section and develop team members.

Assist the Director in all matters relating to the project department.

Lead a team of Quantity surveyors and ensure that all contractual issues are fully understood and complied with at existing/new projects. Coach and supervise the QS in the project department.

Lead the project department through all stages and responsible for the administration of sub-contract and main contract including variation Order (VO) and settlement of final accounts.

Oversee and discharge Contracts Management duties such as tender preparation, preparation of costing and Pre-Contract administration. Evaluating and providing recommendations for tenders, and awarding construction and procurement contracts.

Check the submissions by quantity surveyor, external consultants on contract administration matters, such as assessing contractors' claims for progress claim, variation works, extension of time, cash flow report, final account and handling of contractual disputes.

Verify all contractual correspondences related to the project.

Work in conjunction with project management team to ensure compliance.

Any other duties assigned by the Director, Operations Department.

Requirements

Degree in Degree in Building, Quantity Surveying, Civil engineering or equivalent.

Preferably with 10 years and above of relevant experience.

Good knowledge of the construction industry with past experience in main contractor firms. Possess strong personal & negotiation skills and leadership qualities.

Motivated individual with sound knowledge in construction contract law & standard building contract.