Senior Contracts & Claims Engineer (Subcontracting)

Seatrium Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Seatrium Ltd in Singapore seeks a seasoned contract and procurement professional to manage change orders, variation claims, and subcontractor documentation on offshore projects. You will coordinate with engineering, construction, procurement and cost control teams to ensure timely price adjustments, accurate bills of quantities, and compliant submissions.

Responsibilities include administering subcontracts, preparing bid and subcontract evaluations, monitoring milestone payments, and supporting

Qualifications

• Holds a Degree / Diploma in any Engineering disciplines or Quantity Surveying
• Minimum 5 to 10 years of experiences
• Familiar with offshore platforms, modules, FPSOs, jackets, etc. and onshore petrochemical plants, renewable energy era will be an added advantage
• Good team player and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Willing to commit overtime as and when required

Responsibilities

• Manages change orders and variation claims from subcontractors, prepares corresponding change order and variation claims to the Client, and maintains a complete register of all change orders.
• Collaborates closely with project teams and various disciplines (Engineering, Construction, Procurement, Subcontractors) to support timely contract price adjustments and claims.
• Prepares documentation and substantiation for variation orders and claims in accordance with contract requirements and submits submissions to the Client with follow‑up until approval.
• Manages the full spectrum of subcontracting works, including claims administration, measurements, and bills of quantities.
• Prepares tender and subcontract documents, bid and subcontract checklists, and conducts bid and subcontract evaluations and summaries.
• Ensures main contract terms, project specifications, and requirements are fully incorporated into tender and subcontract documents.
• Monitors, reviews, and verifies subcontractors’ milestone and progress claims and invoices in a timely manner, and coordinates with internal cost control and finance teams for payment processing.
• Administers subcontracts, including issuance of work orders and day‑to‑day contractual management.
• Organises kick‑off meetings and other ad hoc meetings with subcontractors.
• Manages and maintains performance securities provided by subcontractors.
• Handles day‑to‑day contractual correspondence with subcontractors, including preparation and tracking of incoming and outgoing contractual letters.
• Procures subcontracting works within approved budgets and in compliance with company financial guidelines.
• Monitors subcontracting costs and ensures expenditure remains within allocated budgets.
• Manages subcontract close‑out activities, including dispute settlement, final accounts, completion certificates, and related contractual documentation.
• Participates in monthly cost reviews when required and manages warranty and defect claims, if any.
• Participates in project meetings and interfaces with cost control, procurement, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Performs ad hoc assignments as assigned.

Skills

Contract management

Change orders & claims

Cost control

Negotiation

Education

Degree / Diploma in Engineering

Quantity Surveying

Job description

Seatrium Ltd in Singapore seeks a seasoned contract and procurement professional to manage change orders, variation claims, and subcontractor documentation on offshore projects. You will coordinate with engineering, construction, procurement and cost control teams to ensure timely price adjustments, accurate bills of quantities, and compliant submissions.

Responsibilities include administering subcontracts, preparing bid and subcontract evaluations, monitoring milestone payments, and supporting