Assistant Contracts Manager

Job Scopes:

• Support and advise the project team on cost and contractual issues for main contract and subcontracts
• Liaise with Project Team members to ensure commitments and milestones of subcontracts are achieved and adhered to
• Analyses all requirements and provisions in contracts, including terms and conditions, to ensure compliance with all laws and regulations and company policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain the project variation control system and managing negotiations in line with contract requirements.
• Preparation of Monthly Progress Claim with details supporting documents to Clients (LTA)
• Maintaining detailed records of contracts, amendments, and correspondence to ensure transparency and accountability throughout the contract lifecycle
• Handling any Subcontract related issues that arise during the project lifecycle and negotiating fair settlements when disputes occur.
• Review evaluation of variation order request, variation orders, defending claims and providing contractual advice to site team
• Preparation of VO submissions & closeout all documents for Final Accounts upstream and downstream, including warranties

Requirements (Qualification & Experience):

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveyor, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Min 10 years of experience with main contractor, preferably in MRT Projects
• Sound Knowledge in Contract Negotiation and Administration
• Strong organization skills including attention to detail and methodical approach to work
• Possesses analytical and problem-solving skills
• Dependability with a strong sense of urgency and result oriented
• Ability to work with tight deadlines
• Willing to work in the East