Commercial Manager (EPC firm, MNC)

• 5 Days Work Week
• Jurong East MRT (IBP)

Our client is a global leader in the design and delivery of high-tech facilities for the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and data centre industries. Particularly someone who has handled large-value projects, subcontractor negotiations, variations, claims and full contract administration.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of assigned engineering/construction projects.
• Develop procurement strategies and manage subcontractor and supplier tendering.
• Pre-qualify subcontractors/suppliers, review bids, analyse pricing and negotiate commercial terms.
• Prepare and manage Letters of Award, subcontract agreements and contract documentation.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, changes and claims to protect project profitability.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, Finance, Legal and other stakeholders on commercial matters.
• Manage contract administration, including notices, contractual correspondence, bonds, insurance and warranties.
• Review and negotiate variations, claims and cost proposals from clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare regular cost forecasts, budgets and commercial reports, highlighting cost variances and project risks.
• Monitor client payments and support positive project cash flow.
• Provide commercial and contractual guidance to the project and commercial teams.
• Lead commercial meetings, knowledge sharing and development of junior team members.
• Manage final accounts, claims settlement and project close-out, including completion of contractual documentation.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building Science, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in the engineering or construction industry.
• Experience managing large-scale projects valued above USD 10 million.
• Strong experience in contract management, cost control, procurement, tendering and claims/variations.
• Familiarity with SIA, PSSCOC and other international forms of contract.
• Able to understand construction drawings, specifications and contractual requirements.
• Good knowledge of local subcontractor and supplier networks.
• Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Why This Role?

• Take ownership of the full commercial lifecycle of major engineering/construction projects.
• Work closely with senior project, commercial, finance and legal stakeholders.
• Opportunity to lead commercial strategy, negotiations, cost management and contractual risk.

R22107887 | Gladys Chang Si Min