Contract Manager
The Contract Manager will take ownership of the full contract lifecycle — from pre-contract tendering through to post-contract commercial close-out. This includes contract administration, cost management, QS functions, variation and claims management, and subcontractor commercial management.
The ideal candidate comes from a curtain wall / facade specialist background. Candidates with main contractor experience and strong contract management and QS capabilities are also welcome to apply.
1. Key Responsibilities
The Contract Manager will be accountable for the following key areas:
1.1 Contract Administration
- Review, administer, and manage main contract and subcontract agreements
- Manage all contractual correspondence, notices, and documentation
- Ensure full compliance with contract terms, conditions, and statutory requirements
- Prepare and manage variations, loss & expense claims, and Extension of Time (EOT) submissions
- Track and enforce contractual milestones and obligations
12 Quantity Surveying (QS) Functions
- Monitor and guide the QS in performing quantity take-offs and Prepare and submit interim payment claims and progress valuations
- Monitor and guide the QS in preparing Bills of Quantities (BOQ) for tender submissions and internal budgeting
- Monitor and guide the QS in evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations and conducting commercial negotiation
- Monitor and guide the QS in managing measurement, valuation, and agreement of interim and final accounts
1.3 Project Commercial Support
- Provide commercial advice and support to project teams throughout the project lifecycle
- Attend site and project meetings; liaise with main contractors, clients, and consultants
- Identify, manage, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks
- Support dispute resolution, mediation, and negotiation processes
1.4 Documentation & Reporting
- Prepare monthly commercial reports for management review
- Maintain proper and systematic contract documentation and records
- Support internal audits, reviews, and process improvements
2. Requirements
The successful candidate should meet the following requirements:
2.1 Education & Qualifications
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building, or related discipline
- Professional membership (e.g., SISV, RICS) is an advantage
2.2 Experience
- Minimum 5–8 years of contract management and/or QS experience in the construction industry
- Preferred: Experience in curtain wall / facade specialist contracting
- Also Acceptable: Experience with main contractors in general building construction
- Experience in the Singapore construction industry is required; familiarity with local practices, regulations, and market rates
2.3 Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of Singapore standard forms of contract (SIA Conditions, PSSCOC, etc.)
- Proficient in contract administration, variation management, EOT, and claims processes
- Solid QS skills: measurement, BOQ preparation, cost estimation, and valuation
- Familiarity with facade materials, systems, and installation sequences (preferred)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project)
2.4 Soft Skills
- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Meticulous and detail-oriented with strong analytical capability
- Proactive, hands-on, and a collaborative team player