Contracts Manager

Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end contract administration for major construction projects.

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Lead claims management, including variations, extensions of time, and dispute resolution (ADR/arbitration/litigation).

Ensure compliance with FIDIC, NEC, and Singapore standard contract forms and regulations.

Collaborate with QS and cost teams on progress claims, cash flow, and cost control.

Monitor variations, delays, and financial impacts to safeguard project profitability.

Oversee bonds, guarantees, payment certifications, and retention processes.

Identify and mitigate contractual and commercial risks.

Lead and oversee Quantity Surveyors in tendering, quantity take-offs, cost estimation, and on-site commercial management.

Act as the key liaison between clients, consultants, contractors, and legal teams.

Requirements Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Law, Engineering, or related field.

Minimum 10+ years’ experience in contract management on large-scale construction projects (SGD 500M+).

Strong knowledge of FIDIC, NEC, and Singapore construction contracts.

Proven experience in claims and dispute resolution.

Professional certifications preferred (MRICS, CIArb, PMP, CIPS, etc.).

Fluent in English and Mandarin (written and spoken).

Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Track record in Singapore projects (e.g., MRT, airport, high-rise, infrastructure).

Established network with local contractors, consultants, and industry stakeholders.