Assistant Contract Manager

Malaysia Land Properties Sdn Bhd (Mayland Group of Companies); Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Malaysia Land Properties Sdn Bhd (Mayland Group of Companies) is seeking a seasoned Contract Manager to oversee contractual matters across property development projects in Malaysia. The role involves drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts with contractors and stakeholders, while ensuring alignment with company policies, budgets, and timelines.

The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years of contract management experience in construction or property development, with strong negotiation,

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement processes and real estate regulations.
• Knowledgeable in feasibility study and cost estimation.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate contractual matters for property development projects.
• Draft, review and negotiate contracts with contractors and stakeholders to align with policies and goals.
• Manage RFV process and ensure approvals align with project requirements.
• Oversee tender award process, including evaluation, negotiation and finalization.
• Collaborate with project managers, procurement and finance to align contracts with budgets and timelines.
• Analyze project costs and collaborate with teams to prepare cost estimates and budgets.
• Monitor cost updates, final accounts and cost reconciliation to ensure budget alignment.
• Optimize contract terms to achieve cost savings without compromising quality.
• Review, evaluate and verify contractual claims from contractors, suppliers and consultants.
• Handle contract-related disputes, variations and claims efficiently.
• Identify contractual risks and mitigation measures to minimize exposure.
• Keep abreast of laws and standards to ensure contracts meet regulatory requirements.
• Maintain documentation of all contract-related issues.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Contract management

Education

Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent

Job description

Responsible for overseeing and coordinating contractual matters to support the company's property development projects.

Assist in drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts with contractors and other stakeholders, ensuring contracts align with company policies, regulatory requirements and project goals.

Manage and oversee the Request for Variation (RFV) process and ensure approvals align with project requirements.

Manage the tender award process, including evaluation, negotiation and contract finalization.

Work closely with project managers, procurement teams and finance department to align contracts with project budgets and timelines.

Analyze and evaluate project costs and collaborate with project teams to prepare accurate cost estimates and budgets.

Monitor project cost updates, final accounts and cost reconciliation to ensure budget alignment.

Optimize contract terms to achieve cost savings without compromising quality.

Review, evaluate and verify contractual claims from contractors, suppliers and consultants.

Handle contract-related disputes, variations and claim efficiently.

Identify potential contractual risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures to minimize the company's contractual and commercial exposure.

Keep abreast of the relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards to ensure all contracts adhere to industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Maintain proper documentation of all contract-related issues.

Perform ad hoc tasks as delegated by the superior.

Job requirements:

Candidate must possess Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent.

Minimum 5-8 years of experience in contract management within the property development or construction industry.

Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement processes and real estate regulations.

Knowledgeable in feasibility study and cost estimation.

Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

We are a well-established & dynamic Group of Companies with diversified business activities including property development, property investment, hotel / retail / building management services in Malaysia.