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Contracts Manager roles qualify for H-1B1 Singapore visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a degree in business, law, or a related field. Singaporean professionals bypass the H-1B lottery entirely, and with 5,400 annual slots that consistently go unfilled, your timeline to a U.S. offer depends on the employer, not a random draw.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 99973
Job Category: Consulting; Commercial
Location: Houston, TX, United States
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.
Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
This is a challenging and dynamic role within Hatch's Project Delivery Group. You will be responsible for managing, coordinating and administering commercial activities of the agreement at the post-award stage between Hatch and Client (Prime Contract) within large projects with the aim to safeguard Clients’ assets through proper Prime Contract Management.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the transition phase from the formation to the project execution phase
- Establish proper commercial governance and Prime Contract (Hatch services) management structure for each large project depending on the complexity of each project and structure of Prime Contract including other relevant agreements such as joint venture and consortium agreements
- Pro-actively manage all aspects of the Prime Contract including analysis of cost, schedule and commercial risks and implement measures to mitigate and manage adverse impacts on the project and business case
- Ensure proper project set up and reflection of contract payment terms into existing Hatch systems
- Implement Prime Contract pricing and inflationary adjustments during all project phases
- Develop, with the Project Manager, the contractual relationships with sub-contractors
- Review the commercial terms and conditions under sub-contracts such that they consider, where appropriate, Prime Contract liabilities, project insurance, cash flow and other payment related issues
- Implement change management strategy working with the Project Manager and Controls Manager
- Review insurance policies provided by Clients for compliance with the Prime Contract insurance requirements
- Lead any claims and dispute resolution process
- Coordination of final certificates and releases of performance bonds, letters of guarantee, release of liens, etc.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Fluency in Korean
- University degree at Bachelor or Master’s level in Engineering or Business Administration
- 5-10 years’ experience in project management and contract management in similar industry
- Ability to function well in a team environment
- Strong customer/client focus
- Strong negotiation skills
- Well-developed written and oral communication.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of project management in industries such as mining and metals, Infrastructure, and energy
- Experience in large EPCM, EPC, EP, PMC, Design-Build
- Knowledge in contracts law or finance
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
Requisition ID: 99973
Job Category: Consulting; Commercial
Location: Houston, TX, United States
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.
Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
This is a challenging and dynamic role within Hatch's Project Delivery Group. You will be responsible for managing, coordinating and administering commercial activities of the agreement at the post-award stage between Hatch and Client (Prime Contract) within large projects with the aim to safeguard Clients’ assets through proper Prime Contract Management.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the transition phase from the formation to the project execution phase
- Establish proper commercial governance and Prime Contract (Hatch services) management structure for each large project depending on the complexity of each project and structure of Prime Contract including other relevant agreements such as joint venture and consortium agreements
- Pro-actively manage all aspects of the Prime Contract including analysis of cost, schedule and commercial risks and implement measures to mitigate and manage adverse impacts on the project and business case
- Ensure proper project set up and reflection of contract payment terms into existing Hatch systems
- Implement Prime Contract pricing and inflationary adjustments during all project phases
- Develop, with the Project Manager, the contractual relationships with sub-contractors
- Review the commercial terms and conditions under sub-contracts such that they consider, where appropriate, Prime Contract liabilities, project insurance, cash flow and other payment related issues
- Implement change management strategy working with the Project Manager and Controls Manager
- Review insurance policies provided by Clients for compliance with the Prime Contract insurance requirements
- Lead any claims and dispute resolution process
- Coordination of final certificates and releases of performance bonds, letters of guarantee, release of liens, etc.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Fluency in Korean
- University degree at Bachelor or Master’s level in Engineering or Business Administration
- 5-10 years’ experience in project management and contract management in similar industry
- Ability to function well in a team environment
- Strong customer/client focus
- Strong negotiation skills
- Well-developed written and oral communication.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of project management in industries such as mining and metals, Infrastructure, and energy
- Experience in large EPCM, EPC, EP, PMC, Design-Build
- Knowledge in contracts law or finance
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Contracts Manager
Map your degree to the role
Contracts Manager is a specialty occupation when you hold a degree in business administration, supply chain management, or law. Document how your Singapore degree maps to U.S. equivalency before applications begin, since consular officers assess this directly.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Search the OFLC Wage Search for Contracts Manager LCA certifications by state and industry. Employers who've filed before understand the H-1B1 Singapore process and won't need educating on consular-only adjudication versus USCIS petitions.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate filters Contracts Manager roles by employers with confirmed H-1B1 Singapore filing history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that haven't sponsored before and may not understand the visa's consular-route requirements.
Clarify prevailing wage tier during offer negotiation
Your employer must certify your wage meets DOL prevailing wage standards for the specific SOC code and work location. Pull the OFLC Wage Search for Contracts Manager in your target city before negotiating so you know which wage tier applies.
Prepare your contract portfolio as specialty occupation evidence
Bring a curated portfolio of complex contracts you've managed, showing commercial, procurement, or government scope. Consular officers evaluating H-1B1 Singapore applications look for evidence the role demands specialized judgment, not just administrative review.
Time your DS-160 submission around Singapore MOM clearance
If you're currently employed in Singapore, confirm your resignation timeline relative to when your U.S. employer files the LCA. The H-1B1 Singapore has no USCIS petition stage, so consular scheduling moves faster than most applicants expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Contracts Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as business administration, supply chain management, contract law, or a related discipline. Roles that accept any degree regardless of field, or that treat the degree as preferred rather than required, can face scrutiny at the consulate. Your offer letter and job description should specify the degree requirement explicitly.
How is the H-1B1 Singapore visa different from the H-1B for a Contracts Manager role?
The H-1B1 Singapore visa skips the USCIS petition and lottery entirely. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL, and you apply directly at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore. The annual cap of 5,400 slots for Singaporean nationals has never been exhausted, so there's no randomized selection. The tradeoff is that H-1B1 Singapore does not confer dual intent, meaning you can't simultaneously pursue a green card while on status.
How do I find Contracts Manager employers who already understand H-1B1 Singapore sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Contracts Manager roles filtered by employers with confirmed H-1B1 Singapore filing history. This matters because many U.S. employers are unfamiliar with the consular-route process and may hesitate or withdraw offers once they realize it differs from the standard H-1B petition they've handled before.
What documents should a Singaporean Contracts Manager bring to the visa interview?
Bring your certified LCA, the DS-160 confirmation, your degree transcripts and certificates, a detailed offer letter specifying the specialty occupation requirement, your Singapore passport, and a portfolio of contracts you've managed that demonstrate the complexity of the role. Consular officers may probe whether the job genuinely requires a specialized degree rather than general business experience.
Can my H-1B1 Singapore status be extended if my contracts role changes scope?
H-1B1 Singapore status is granted in one-year increments and can be renewed, but each renewal requires a valid LCA reflecting your current role and prevailing wage. If your job duties shift substantially, for example from commercial contracting to government procurement, your employer may need to file a new LCA with DOL before the renewal to accurately represent the position.