Senior Contracts Manager (Construction)

KINGSFORCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Singapore is seeking a senior role to manage and lead end-to-end tendering processes for building projects. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years of construction management experience, with strong skills in contract negotiation and team leadership. The role involves coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring high-quality submissions for governmental tenders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive construction management experience and tendering.
• At least 8 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience managing complex mid-to-large scale commercial or residential building projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tendering processes.
• Review and interpret client-issued tender documents.
• Develop and implement structured internal workflows.

Skills

Commercial risk management

Contract negotiation

Construction management

Leadership

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Project management software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

About our client

Our client is a building contractor specializing in structural and architectural works.

About the role

• Lead end-to-end tendering processes, including bid strategy, risk assessment, pricing coordination, and submission.
• Review and interpret client‑issued tender documents (e.g., RFPs, ITTs, BOQs, and drawings), ensuring all deliverables are understood and responded to appropriately.
• Develop and implement structured internal workflows for bid preparation, approvals, and stakeholder alignment.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (estimating, planning, procurement, legal, engineering) to develop complete, high-quality technical and commercial submissions.
• Lead negotiations on commercial terms, qualifications, and contract risk allocation in collaboration with legal and executive management.
• Manage communication with clients during tender periods, including handling clarifications, RFIs, and interviews.
• Oversee preparation and submission of all tender documentation, ensuring professional presentation and on-time delivery.
• Support post‑tender activities including negotiations, contract award, and handover to project delivery teams.
• Maintain a lessons‑learned database to improve future tendering strategies and processes.

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive construction management experience and tendering, with at least 8 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience managing complex mid‑to‑large scale commercial or residential building projects.
• Excellent understanding of commercial risk, contract negotiation, and legal implications in construction contracts.
• Strong organizational skills including attention to detail and methodical approach to work
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, scheduling, and financial management.
• Excellent written, communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Proficient and competent in MS Office applications, particularly in Excel, and project management software.

Other information

• Work location: East
• Working days: 5 days

*Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.*