Manager/ Senior Manager, Contracts

What the role is

As a Manager/ Senior Manager, Contracts in the Infrastructure and Facility Services Division, you will play a key role in a dynamic team that provides contract and procurement support in the development of school campuses.

What you will be working on

• Conduct procurement of consultancy and construction services, and develop guidelines for the department in this area
• Review cost for school development projects to ensure proposed budgets and construction expenditures are value for money
• Develop and implement effective processes for proper contract administration within the department
• Administer contracts, including assessment of variation costs, verification of on-site work, evaluation of progress claims, and finalisation of accounts
• Engage schools, project teams, industry partners and other stakeholders to facilitate clear communication and understanding of contract and procurement policies and procedures

What we are looking for

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in quantity surveying or related disciplines
• Good working knowledge and understanding of procurement and quantity surveying in the building and construction industry
• Strong collaborative, communication, interpersonal and project management skills

As part of the processing of your application, you may be required to undergo a medical examination that will be fully paid by MOE. You will be provided with instructions regarding the medical examination.

Note: The medical examination is part of the selection process and does not indicate that you have been offered the appointment.

If you are facing issues submitting your application through the Careers@Gov portal, please contact us at Careers.gov.technicalhelp@psd.gov.sg for assistance.

About Ministry of Education

The wealth of a nation lies in its people - their commitment to country and community, their willingness to strive and persevere, their ability to think, achieve and excel. Our future depends on our continually renewing and regenerating our leadership and citizenry, building upon the experience of the past, learning from the circumstances of the present, and preparing for the challenges of the future.

How we bring up our young at home and teach them in school will shape Singapore in the next generation.

The mission of the Education Service is to mould the future of the nation, by moulding the people who will determine the future of the nation. The Service will provide our children with a balanced and well-rounded education, develop them to their full potential, and nurture them into good citizens, conscious of their responsibilities to family, society and country.