Senior Marine Construction Contracts Lead

The Supreme HR Advisory Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 96,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Progression Opportunities

Job summary

The Supreme HR Advisory Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a Contracts Manager (Marine Construction) to lead the contracts team, oversee tendering, and ensure compliance with contractual terms.

Based in Singapore (Changi), you will manage complex marine construction contracts and mentor junior staff. You will drive risk management, liaise with clients and suppliers, and mentor staff while delivering profitable projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in contract management within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction law, procurement practices, and industry standards.
• Proven track record in leading contract teams and managing tenders for large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the contracts team to achieve project goals.
• Allocate resources and ensure high performance across contract administration and tendering functions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.
• Draft, review, and manage contractual correspondence and agreements, and maintain accurate records and document registers.
• Collaborate with project teams to resolve contractual issues.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks while safeguarding the firm’s interests.
• Manage claims, variations, and dispute resolution processes.
• Involve in Tendering & Business Development by directing the preparation, review, and submission of tenders for new projects.
• Analyze tender documents, specifications, and drawings to identify risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and technical teams to develop competitive bids.
• Support strategic business growth by securing profitable projects.
• Involve in Overall Commercial Oversight to monitor project budgets, cash flow, and financial performance related to contracts.
• Provide commercial advice to senior management and project teams.
• Ensure timely invoicing, payment collection, and contract close-out.
• Involve in Stakeholder Engagement to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Represent the firm in negotiations and industry forums.
• Act as the primary point of contact for contractual matters.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned by superiors.

Skills

Contract management

MS Office Suite

Contract management software

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Construction Management / QS / Civil Engineering / Law

Tools

Contract management software

MS Office Suite

Job description

The Supreme HR Advisory Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a Contracts Manager (Marine Construction) to lead the contracts team, oversee tendering, and ensure compliance with contractual terms.

Based in Singapore (Changi), you will manage complex marine construction contracts and mentor junior staff. You will drive risk management, liaise with clients and suppliers, and mentor staff while delivering profitable projects on time and within budget.