Contract Manager

Beijing Urban Construction Group Co., Ltd. (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a seasoned contract manager with extensive experience in large-scale construction projects. This role demands a strong legal and financial acumen, particularly in managing contracts and ensuring compliance with Singapore's construction laws. The ideal candidate will excel in negotiation and communication, working closely with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and enhance project profitability. This is a unique opportunity to lead high-profile projects and make a significant impact in the construction sector, leveraging your expertise in contract administration and dispute resolution.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in contract administration on large-scale construction projects.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin with strong negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contract terms for large projects.
• Manage payment certifications and monitor project profitability.

Skills

Contract Administration

Negotiation Skills

Claims Management

Dispute Resolution

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor in Construction Management

Chartered Status (MRICS, CIArb, etc.)

Job description

1. Professional Qualifications & Experience

1) Bachelor degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Law, Engineering is preferable. Minimum 10+ years in contract administration/management on large-scale construction projects (SG$ 500 million+).

2) Chartered status (MRICS, CIArb, HKIA, CIPS, PMP etc.) preferred.

3) Fluent in English and Mandarin.

2. Contract & Legal Expertise

1) Strong knowledge of FIDIC, NEC, SG Government/Private Sector contracts.

2) Ability to draft, review, and negotiate contract terms.

3) Experience in claims management, dispute resolution (ADR/arbitration/litigation).

4) Ensure compliance with Singapore construction laws & regulations.

5) Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese Mandarin.

6) Strong negotiation skills to ensure favorable terms and conditions with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

7) Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including quantity surveyors, engineers, and project managers.

3. Financial & Payment Management

1) Work closely with QS/Cost Control to ensure accurate progress claims & cash flow.

2) Monitor variations, delays, and cost impacts to protect project profitability.

3) Manage payment certifications, bonds, guarantees, and retention releases.

4. Risk & Compliance Management

1) Identify and mitigate contractual & financial risks.

2) Ensure adherence to client requirements, specifications, and deadlines.

3) Implement change order management to avoid disputes.

5. Coordination & Leadership

1) Liaise between client, consultants, contractors, and legal teams.

2) Lead contractual meetings, progress reviews, and dispute negotiations.

3) Strong analytical, negotiation, and reporting skills.

Singapore project experience is critical (e.g., MTR, Airport, High-Rise, Infrastructure). Strong network with Singapore contractors/consultants is a plus. Must be detail-oriented, proactive, and resilient under pressure.