Project Contract Manager (Contracts & Claims Management)

CHYE JOO CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking a Project Contracts Manager to oversee contracts for infrastructure and civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field, along with relevant experience in contracts and claims management. Responsibilities include managing contracts, preparing variation orders, and providing advice to project teams. This role involves excellent negotiation and communication skills, suitable for candidates with a strong background in LTA projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related field.
• Relevant experience in contracts and claims management.
• Strong knowledge of standard forms of contracts.
• Experience in handling LTA projects is preferred.
• Strong record in handling LTA projects will be highly favoured.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead teams on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer contracts for infrastructure and civil engineering projects.
• Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate variation orders and claims.
• Lead claims management processes including EOT and cost claims.
• Provide contractual advice to project teams and stakeholders.
• Provide contractual advice to project teams and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, policies, and legal requirements
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors on contract-related matters
• Lead QS team on subcontractor procurement, negotiation and management

Skills

Contract management

Claims management

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Construction Management

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Project Contracts Manager to join our team, supporting infrastructure and civil engineering projects. This is a key role in managing contractual matters and overseeing claims to ensure project and commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and administer contracts for infrastructure and civil engineering projects
• Handle contractual correspondences, notices, and documentation
• Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate variation orders and claims
• Lead claims management processes including EOT (Extension of Time) and cost claims
• Provide contractual advice to project teams and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, policies, and legal requirements
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors on contract-related matters
• Lead QS team on subcontractor procurement, negotiation and management

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering (preferred), Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field
• With relevant experience in contracts and claims management
• Strong knowledge of standard forms of contracts
• Proven experience in handling claims, disputes and contract negotiations
• Strong record in handling LTA projects will be highly favoured
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and lead teams on multiple projects

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant construction industry experience and projects involvement. Salary range for Senior Contracts Manager for LTA projects can be further negotiated.