Executive - Contracts Engineer (QS)

Sembcorp Industries Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy and urban solutions provider is seeking a professional to manage financial and contractual aspects of projects. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Building, Construction Management, or Quantity Surveying, along with at least 3 years of relevant experience in the construction industry. Key responsibilities include project budgeting, cost estimation, and contract management. This position emphasizes strong negotiation and communication skills, and knowledge of contracts law is essential. Only Singaporean candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in the construction industry.
• Good understanding of contracts law and its application.
• Preferably well versed in various forms of contracts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project budgeting and costing reports.
• Work closely with Project Manager in project costing.
• Review sub-contractors claims and materials on site.

Skills

Arbitration skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Building/Construction Management/Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Tools

CostX

Glodon Cubicost

Job description

Overview

About Sembcorp Sembcorp is a leading energy and urban solutions provider headquartered in Singapore. Led by its purpose to drive energy transition, Sembcorp delivers sustainable energy solutions and urban developments by leveraging its sector expertise and global track record.

Join Sembcorp Specialised Construction

Sembcorp Specialised Construction, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sembcorp Industries, provides design and build services with an in-house multidisciplinary consultancy. Specialising in building, civil engineering, and infrastructure projects, we deliver innovative and efficient solutions to meet the evolving needs of the industry.

Purpose and Scope

Manage the financial & contractual of all projects from pre-tender to post contract phases including quantities, variations, cost estimates, monthly claims, final accounts etc

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Work closely with Project Manager in preparing monthly updated project costing
• Develop suitable subcontract conditions for specific project requirements
• Prepare project budgeting and costing reports
• Responsible in cost estimating, quantity take off, claims preparation, variations and final accounts.
• Review of contracts, prepare tender & contract documentations, tender analyses & reporting, measurement etc
• Review sub-contractors claims and materials on site
• Standardize all agreements (e.g. subcontracts and joint ventures) with alignment to contract policy

Qualification, Skills And Experience

• Degree in Building/ Construction Management/ Quantity Surveying or its equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in construction industry.
• Strong in arbitration and negotiation skills.
• Good understanding & knowledge of contracts law and its application.
• Preferably well versed in various form of contracts such as PSSCOC, SIA and FIDIC as well as other international form of contracts.
• Preferably conversant in using CostX and/or Glodon Cubicost measurement software.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Only Singaporean

Our Culture at Sembcorp

At Sembcorp, our culture is shaped by a strong set of shared behaviors that guide the way we work and uphold our commitment to driving the energy transition.

We foster an institution-first mindset, where the success of Sembcorp takes precedence over individual interests. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, as we work seamlessly across markets, businesses, and functions to achieve our goals together. Accountability is a core principle, ensuring that we take ownership of our commitments and deliver on them with integrity and excellence. These values define who we are and create a workplace where our people can thrive while making a meaningful impact on driving energy transition.

Join us in making a real impact!