Manager / Senior Mgr/ Ast Director (Contract Management)

Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is seeking a Contract Management Specialist to oversee project and contract management systems for infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include procurement strategy formulation, tender documentation, and administration of contractual disputes. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of relevant experience in large scale projects and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in infrastructure or building projects.
• Familiar with Public Sector Standard Conditions of Contract.
• Strong people skills and ability to integrate within a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development of project and contract management system.
• Formulate procurement/contracting strategy and prepare tender documentation.
• Administer contractual disputes and review variation orders.

Skills

Contract Management

Quantity Surveying

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Education

Training in Contract Management/Quantity Surveying

Job description

What the role is:

You will be part of the Design and Contract Management Department that handles contract management administration for reclamation, building and infrastructure projects undertaken by Engineering and Project Management Division of MPA.

What you will be working on:

Your key responsibilities include:

• Oversee development of project and contract management system from inception through to completion, integrating processes across procurement, finance, project management
• Formulation of procurement/contracting strategy, preparation of tender documentations, administration of tender process, evaluation of tenders and submission of tender recommendation reports.
• Administer contractual disputes
• Review variation orders, extension of time and loss and expense requests and assess the associated costs, and processing of final accounts
• Work closely with project team to provide contractual advice and support during pre-construction, construction and post construction stage.

What we are looking for:

• Training in Contract Management/Quantity Surveying with at least 5 years of experience of relevant experience, preferably in large scale infrastructure, reclamation or building projects
• Familiar with quantity surveying, value management, and cost data administration
• Well versed with Public Sector Standard Conditions of Contract and Conditions of Contract for non-construction works
• Effective communication, competent in both spoken and written English
• Strong people skills with the ability to integrate within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Able to work independently and a good team player

About Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

"The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established on 2 February 1996, with the mission to develop Singapore as a premier global hub port and international maritime centre (IMC), and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests.MPA is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development, taking on the roles of Port Authority, Port Regulator, Port Planner, IMC Champion, and National Maritime Representative.MPA partners the industry and other agencies to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in our port waters, facilitate port operations and growth, expand the cluster of maritime ancillary services, and promote maritime R&D and manpower development."