Assistant Contracts Manager (MRT)

Job Description:

• 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 lifestyle.
• 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 & close out all documents for Final Accounts upstream and downstream, including warranties.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveyor, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of experience with main contractor, preferably in MRT Projects.
• Sound knowledge in Contract Negotiation and Administration.
• Strong organisation 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.