Senior Contracts Manager

About Surbana Jurong

Surbana Jurong (SJ) is a leading global urban infrastructure and managed services consulting firm driven by a vision to build cities and shape lives. Headquartered in Singapore SJ is a diverse collective of experts delivering sustainable and high-impact solutions across the built environment.

About the Role:

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Contract & Project Controls Specialist to support our growing project management team. This is a key position responsible for contract administration project documentation scheduling cost control and stakeholder coordination across high-value engineering and construction projects.

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring project compliance efficiency and performance by maintaining accurate records managing deliverables and supporting project leadership in making data-driven decisions. If you have a strong background in contract management and project control and thrive in a collaborative fast-paced environment wed love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and interpret contract terms and conditions to ensure full compliance.

• Assist in the preparation negotiation and execution of contracts.

• Maintain accurate records of contracts amendments and correspondence.

• Monitor and track contractual obligations deliverables and key milestones.

• Liaise with legal and procurement teams to resolve contractual issues.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive documentation system for projects.

• Organize and manage project files such as change orders plans and schedules.

• Ensure documentation is accurate current and accessible to all relevant stakeholders.

• Work closely with project teams to gather and consolidate project information.

• Track and maintain project schedules identifying delays or risks early.

• Support project teams in developing mitigation strategies for schedule issues.

• Prepare regular progress reports and status updates for management.

• Monitor and analyze project budgets and expenditures.

• Track costs related to labour materials and third-party services.

• Generate financial reports to aid project decision-making.

• Collaborate with the finance and accounting departments for cost accuracy.

• Serve as a key point of contact for project stakeholders and suppliers.

• Support project meetings by preparing agendas minutes and action logs.

• Foster a culture of collaboration and transparency within the project team.

• Perform any ad hoc duties as assigned by the line manager.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering Architecture or a related field.

• PMP certification is a strong advantage.

• Minimum 15 years of experience in contract administration and project controls within large-scale engineering or infrastructure projects.

• Deep understanding of contract law commercial terms and project management frameworks.

• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with a sharp eye for detail.

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

• Proficiency in MS Office project scheduling tools (e.g. Primavera P6 MS Project) and documentation platforms.

Note: Recruitment for this role is being managed internally. Unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be considered.

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