Senior Rail Contracts & Claims Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Singapore seeks a seasoned Contract Manager to drive tendering and post-contract work across rail signalling and safety projects. You will advise stakeholders, manage claims and variations, and align agreements with corporate policies.

You will collaborate with Project and Bid Managers across SEA, ensuring milestones, risk controls, and governance are maintained. Strong English and MS Office skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering or related field.
• 5–10 years in Rail Signaling/Communications/Security/Building/Civil projects.
• Minimum 5 years in contract, claims, and EOT management.
• Experience with project commercials is a plus.
• Familiarity with LTA/PSSCOC/FIDIC contracts.
• Experience with Singapore projects.
• Excellent English communication.

Responsibilities

• Involved in tender to post contract stage with contractual review and advice to stakeholders.
• Work in multiple projects and bids.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Bid Managers for assigned projects and bids.
• Manage claims, EOT, variations and prepare monthly progress reports.
• Prepare MOUs, NDAs, and team agreements aligning with policies.
• Continuously monitor contract deliverables and milestones to avoid delays and risks.
• Assist Head of Contracts in managing projects, bids and procurement.
• Attend bids and project meetings.

Skills

Rail Signaling

Contract Management

Claims & EOT

Stakeholder Management

MS Office

English Communication

Education

Engineering Degree/Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Hitachi Rail Singapore seeks a seasoned Contract Manager to drive tendering and post-contract work across rail signalling and safety projects. You will advise stakeholders, manage claims and variations, and align agreements with corporate policies.

You will collaborate with Project and Bid Managers across SEA, ensuring milestones, risk controls, and governance are maintained. Strong English and MS Office skills are essential for success.