Location:
Singapore, Central Singapore, SingaporeJob ID:
R0142485Date Posted:
2026-09-01Company Name:
Hitachi Rail Singapore Pte. Ltd.,Profession (Job Category):
Legal, Compliance & AuditJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoAbout Us
A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.
Job Description:
As Hitachi Rail Singapore, we are advancing rail signalling and safety solutions to ensure safe and efficient railway operations worldwide.
Our technologies help to bring billions of people reliably to their destinations by rail every year – making sustainable mobility a reality.
Contract Manager (Ref.No. R0142485)
at our location in Singapore
You will enjoy having these responsibilities:
- Will be involved in the entire project cycle, from tender to post contract stage that is focused mainly in providing contractual review and advises to the different stakeholders which may arise over the project duration.
- Work in multiple projects and bids.
- Work closely with the Project Managers, and Bid Managers for the assigned projects and bids.
- Work closely with the project team in the end-to-end management of Claims (including logs, gaps identification, etc.), EOT, Variations as well as the preparation of monthly progress report.
- Work closely with HOC and SEA Head in preperation/managing matters relating to Contract Agreements, MOUs, NDAs, and different team agreements aligning with HRS’ policies and procedures.
- Responsible in enlightening the bid/project teams in whatever ambiguity they may have related to bid, project and business agreements.
- Responsible for continuously monitoring of contract deliverables and project milestones to avoid any delay and project risks.
- Assist the Head of Contracts in managing all the projects, bids and procurement activities.
- Attend to bids and project meetings
You have:
- Degree or Diploma in Communication/Electronics/Civil/Mechanical Engineering and other similar discipline
- 5 to 10 years of experience in Rail Signaling/Communications/Security System/Building/Civil projects or a similar is preferred
- Minimum 5 years of experience in contract, claims, and EOT management is important.
- Background in handling project commercials is a plus
- Good to have an understanding and experience in working with LTA/PSSCOC/FIDIC form of contracts
- Familiarity and handling projects (and its T&Cs) in Singapore
- Good communication skill in English language
Ability to work with team members in Singapore and across SEA the region
- Strong MS Office skills, for example, the proficient knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint, will be necessary throughout this role
- Hard work and learning attitude
- The ability to manage shareholders and build strong relationships.
- The skills to grasp complex technical concepts quickly, including process flows and policies.
- The ability to collate information and produce comprehensive reports.
- An eye for detail and the ability to analyse problems and develop practical solutions.
The skills to plan and organise workload and work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Our Talent Acquisition Team is looking forward to hearing from you
We look forward to receiving your application in just a few clicks via our career portal.
For further information about Hitachi Rail as an employer visit us on www.hitachirail.com/careers
About us
Our motivation is the mobility turnaround. To achieve this, our teams find innovative products and solutions that ensure the operation and reliability of the entire rail network and increase capacities on the rails.
Our projects are diverse. To make our teams even stronger, we are looking for your support. In return, we offer you an attractive overall package with the following benefits:
- Stronger together: Networking through internal networks and working in international teams
- Our drive: Together, we are laying the foundations for the digitization of the rail around the world, to get people safely to their destinations and to their loved ones!
- Attractive conditions: A secure and permanent job with a global company
Notes
Equal opportunities and self-determined participation of severely disabled persons and persons of equal status as well as respectful cooperation are firmly anchored principles within Hitachi Rail and its subsidiaries. We also aim to offer all our equal opportunities to start a career and to receive training and further education in our company. We consciously promote diversity and togetherness in our teams.
Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.
At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Skills Required
- Degree or diploma in Communication, Electronics, Civil, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar discipline
- 5 to 10 years of experience in rail signaling, communications, security systems, building, civil projects, or a similar field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in contract, claims, and extension-of-time management
- Understanding and experience with LTA, PSSCOC, or FIDIC forms of contract
- Familiarity with Singapore projects and their terms and conditions
- Good English communication skills
- Ability to work with team members in Singapore and across Southeast Asia
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to manage stakeholders and build strong relationships
- Ability to understand complex technical concepts, process flows, and policies
- Ability to collate information and produce comprehensive reports
- Analytical problem-solving skills and ability to develop practical solutions
- Ability to plan and organize workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
What We Do
Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.
