(Senior) Contract Manager

Macdonald & Company Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Macdonald & Company Limited in Hong Kong is seeking a senior contracts professional to lead commercial and contractual management across interior fit-out, refurbishment, workplace, retail, hospitality, and commercial projects from tender through completion.

The role requires extensive contract knowledge, strong negotiation and stakeholder-management skills, and a proven track record on large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Degree related to Quantity Surveying or construction management.
• Minimum 8 years' experience for Contract Manager, 12+ for Senior.
• Proven experience in interior fit-out and design & build projects.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, procurement, cost management, and administration.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and cost management software.
• Membership with HKIS, RICS, CIOB or equivalents is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and contractual management of interior fit-out and related projects from tender to completion.
• Review, negotiate, and administer main contracts, subcontracts, and supplier agreements.
• Prepare tender analyses, cost plans, procurement strategies, and contract recommendations.
• Manage project budgets, cost control, cash flow forecasts, and financial reporting.
• Evaluate variations, claims, and final accounts with clients and subcontractors.
• Monitor commercial performance and identify contractual/financial risks.
• Provide dispute resolution support and contract guidance to project teams.
• Lead subcontractor procurement, contract awards, and payment certification.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, and statutory requirements.
• Liaise with project managers, designers, clients, consultants, and site teams to deliver projects.
• Prepare management reports, forecasts, and project financial reviews.
• Mentor Contract Administrators, Quantity Surveyors and junior staff.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Contract administration

Project management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Building Studies

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cost management software

Job description

• Lead the commercial and contractual management of interior fit-out, refurbishment, workplace, retail, hospitality, and commercial projects from tender stage through project completion.
• Review, negotiate, and administer main contracts, subcontracts, consultancy agreements, and supplier contracts.
• Prepare tender analyses, cost plans, procurement strategies, and contract recommendations.
• Manage project budgets, cost control, cash flow forecasts, and financial reporting.
• Evaluate and negotiate variations, claims, extension of time (EOT) submissions, and final accounts with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Monitor project commercial performance and identify contractual and financial risks.
• Provide contractual advice and dispute resolution support to project teams.
• Lead subcontractor procurement, contract award, payment certification, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, and statutory requirements.
• Liaise closely with project managers, designers, clients, consultants, and site teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Prepare management reports, commercial forecasts, and project financial reviews.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Contract Administrators, Quantity Surveyors, and junior commercial staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial and contractual management of interior fit-out, refurbishment, workplace, retail, hospitality, and commercial projects from tender stage through project completion.
• Review, negotiate, and administer main contracts, subcontracts, consultancy agreements, and supplier contracts.
• Prepare tender analyses, cost plans, procurement strategies, and contract recommendations.
• Manage project budgets, cost control, cash flow forecasts, and financial reporting.
• Evaluate and negotiate variations, claims, extension of time (EOT) submissions, and final accounts with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Monitor project commercial performance and identify contractual and financial risks.
• Provide contractual advice and dispute resolution support to project teams.
• Lead subcontractor procurement, contract award, payment certification, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, and statutory requirements.
• Liaise closely with project managers, designers, clients, consultants, and site teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Prepare management reports, commercial forecasts, and project financial reviews.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Contract Administrators, Quantity Surveyors, and junior commercial staff.

Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building Studies, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years' experience for Contract Manager level, and 12+ years' experience for Senior Contract Manager level.
• Proven experience in interior fit-out, workplace, retail, commercial office, hospitality, or design & build projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement, cost management, and contract administration.
• Experience handling variations, claims, EOT assessments, and final account settlements.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and cost management software.
• Membership with HKIS, RICS, CIOB, or equivalent professional body is an advantage.