SMITECH ENGINEERING PTE LTD Hiring! Full Time Contracts Manager in Southeast (Singapore), Earn up to SGD 9,000 - Ricebowl

About the role:

SMITECH is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead contract administration, commercial governance and contractual risk management for M&E construction projects in Singapore.

This role will work closely with the project management team, QS/commercial team, consultants, clients, subcontractors and senior management to manage contract obligations, claims, variations, extensions of time, contractual correspondence, subcontract administration and final account matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and administer main contracts, subcontracts, procurement agreements and project commercial documentation for M&E construction works.
• Review contract terms, tender documents, specifications and conditions of contract to identify commercial, contractual and operational risks.
• Advise project teams and management on contractual obligations, notices, claims strategy, risk exposure and dispute avoidance.
• Prepare, review and manage contractual correspondence, notices, claims submissions, variation claims, EOT claims, loss and expense claims and related substantiation.
• Work closely with Quantity Surveyors and project teams on progress claims, payment responses, variation orders, subcontractor claims, final accounts and cost impact assessments.
• Monitor project contract performance, deliverables, key milestones, contractual deadlines and compliance with client requirements.
• Support negotiation with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers on commercial and contractual matters.
• Maintain proper contract records, claim files, correspondence logs, payment documentation and audit trails.
• Support tender review, contract negotiation and commercial risk assessment for new and ongoing projects.
• Assist in resolving contractual disputes, payment issues and project close-out matters in a practical and commercially sound manner.
• Guide junior QS/contracts personnel where required and support stronger commercial discipline across project teams.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Building, Construction Management, Mechanical / Electrical Engineering, Contract Management, Law or related discipline.
• More than eight (8) years of relevant contracts, commercial or quantity surveying experience, preferably in M&E construction, infrastructure, building services or large-scale construction projects.
• Strong working knowledge of construction contracts, subcontract administration, progress claims, variation orders, EOT claims, final accounts and contractual correspondence.
• Good understanding of M&E project delivery, site coordination challenges and commercial risks in construction projects.
• Able to review contract clauses, identify risk areas and advise project teams on practical contractual actions.
• Strong drafting skills for contractual letters, notices, claims narratives and supporting documentation.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel, and able to maintain organised contract records and claim substantiation.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced site environment while coordinating closely with project, commercial and management teams.
• Prior experience in Singapore infrastructure, public sector, transport, utilities, commercial or industrial projects will be an advantage.
• Candidates currently performing Senior Contracts Executive, Assistant Contracts Manager or Senior QS duties with strong contract administration exposure are welcome to apply.

About Us:

SMITECH is an established M&E contractor involved in mega national projects with a rapidly growing presence across Singapore. We are actively expanding our operations and are inviting experienced, driven M&E and Civil engineering personnel to join our ranks for new and existing projects.

What we are looking for:

We need driven professionals who can work closely with our project delivery team and management to troubleshoot roadblocks and deliver quality results for highly technical construction roles. For this position, we are looking for someone who can take ownership of contractual risks, manage complex claims and correspondence, and support the project team with strong commercial judgement.

Engineering Tomorrow Together

Join us and build your career together with a growing M&E contractor. Apply now!

This role is being sourced through SMITECH directly at this point of time and not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.

Founded in the 1980s, SMITECH is a renowned M&E company synonymous with the infrastructural foundation of Singapore.

Widely regarded as one of the most established M&E company in the industry, SMITECH has participated in mega national projects paramount to the well-being of Singapore. Cutting edge technology coupled with precise efficiency, SMITECH’s success resides in the people who make us who we are; many who are in their own name, industrial experts with substantial fame and proven track-records.

Smitech abides by a philosophy whereby we believe most barriers are but arbitrary. Priding ourselves on our ability to adapt and innovate, SMITECH delivers pragmatic and efficient solutions of the highest quality. Today, Smitech has extended our operations to several regional neighbours (Malaysia & Hong Kong), whereby we will continue our tradition of providing customized solutions tailored to exact needs.