Assistant Contract Manager / Contract Manager (Building)

Our client is a reputable building and construction company seeking an Assistant Contract Manager / Contract Manager to oversee contract administration, cost management, and commercial aspects of construction projects from pre-award through project completion.

Responsibilities

• Administer construction contracts and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Prepare, review, and evaluate tenders, quotations, and subcontract agreements.
• Manage project costs, budgets, valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Review and negotiate contractual terms with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Prepare and assess progress claims, payment certifications, and cost reports.
• Manage variation orders, extension of time (EOT) submissions, contractual claims, and dispute matters.
• Monitor project cash flow, cost forecasting, and commercial performance.
• Provide contractual advice and support to project teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve commercial and contractual issues.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant contractual and statutory requirements.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in contract administration, quantity surveying, or commercial management within the building construction, civil engineering, or infrastructure industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, including PSSCOC, SIA, FIDIC, NEC, JCT, or similar standard forms.
• Experience in tendering, cost planning, subcontract management, variations, claims, and final accounts.
• Good understanding of construction cost control and commercial risk management.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and quantity surveying/commercial management software.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with large-scale residential, commercial, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with government and public sector construction projects is an advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

How to Apply

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EA Name: BuildBridge Partners Pte Ltd
EA Licence No.: 25C2918
EA Registration No.: R1551092 – Khoo Yan Jie