Contract Manager / Assistant Manager (Based in Batam)

Kuok (Singapore) Limited; Batam; On-site; IDR 100,000,000 - 200,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking company where you will play a crucial role in contract management within the marine industry. This position involves supporting project managers, ensuring compliance with contract terms, and managing disputes throughout the project lifecycle. With a focus on continuous improvement and training, you will help shape the contract management processes and ensure all project team members are aligned on contractual risks and opportunities. If you have a strong background in contract management and a passion for the marine industry, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in contract management in shipping/marine industry.
• Fluent in Bahasa Indonesia and English.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in contract management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor contract performance and manage change requests and disputes.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree

Job description

This position is for PaxOcean Group, a company under Kuok Group Singapore.

Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Support Project Managers on all aspects of contract management over the entire project lifecycle – involvement starts from contract negotiation during the tender stage to contract administration during execution / performance and eventually completion and payment.
2. Monitor contract performance against contractual obligations, ensuring compliance with contract terms, and managing change requests and disputes throughout the project lifecycle.
3. Work with Project Manager to track project milestones, payment stages, verify claims, VOs and prepare potential Change Orders to Client from a contractual perspective.
4. Anticipate any likely issues (e.g. delays) or disputes that may arise in the project and discuss with Legal to work out appropriate strategy to resolve or mitigate the impact of such issues / disputes. Manage contractual claims, disputes, settlements and resolution.
5. Support the procurement and subcontracting teams with compliance of key flow downs and critical terms from the main contract. Where required, support the development of frame agreements for strategic suppliers / subcontractors for better pricing and delivery lead times.
6. Providing guidance and training to project teams on contract management processes and procedures.
7. Organize and conduct contract familiarization workshops for the entire PMT to ensure all members are aligned on the Project’s contractual risks and opportunities.
8. Proactively engage in continuous improvement and review of existing processes, systems and policies that may support the project’s contract management and administration.
9. Enforce governance of internal processes to identify potential challenges or problems before they occur during projects execution; contracts administration, cost management etc.

Minimum Requirements

1. Diploma or Bachelor's degree
2. Minimum 8 years in similar contract management position in shipping/marine industry, preferably familiar with offshore oil and gas industry. Experience with working in Indonesia a plus.
3. Familiar with what the project entails e.g. VO, notice periods, cost management including subcontractors.
4. Fluent in reading and writing in Bahasa Indonesia and English
5. Able to work independently
6. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
7. In-depth knowledge and understanding of relevant contracts and contractual laws
8. Ability to analyze issues and has a keen eye for details
9. Professional with high integrity and credibility