Assistant Manager, Contract

Sime Darby Property; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in property development is seeking a Contract Administrator to manage contract and cost aspects of projects. The role involves leading cost management, executing contracts, and ensuring compliance with financial protocols. Ideal candidates will have 6-8 years of relevant experience and must be registered members of BQSM or RISM.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of relevant experience in the Property Development Industry.
• Registered with BQSM or RISM.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract administration, cost management, and cost control at pre- and post-contract stages.
• Review and verify Requisition Forms and contractor appointments.
• Track and report construction cost variation orders and ensure timely approval.

Skills

Cost Management

Contract Administration

Market Intelligence

Education

Registered Member of the Board of QS Malaysia

Registered Member of the Royal Institute of Surveyors Malaysia

Job description

Job Purpose

• Manage contract administration, cost management, and cost control at pre- and post-contract stages for developments/projects within Business Unit(s).

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and lead contract administration, cost management, and cost control at pre- and post-contract stages for developments/projects within Business Unit(s).
• Ensure all product design and material specifications are within reasonable cost data range and approved budget.
• Lead cost management during pre-contract and cost control during implementation.
• Analyse and update cost data manual of tendered projects; establish cost trends for business decisions.
• Coordinate with Tender team during tendering and awarding processes as per timeline and cost constraints.
• Review and verify Requisition Forms for TCS/Maintenance works and contractor appointments within authority limits.
• Monitor and ensure execution of contract documents and rationalization of rates within reasonable periods and SOP.
• Verify and approve Payment Advice (CPA) to contractors and consultants for initial payments and at stages of CPC/CMGD/Financial Certificates as per SOP.
• Verify variation orders and extension of time (EOT) forms based on contract provisions and SOP for management approval.
• Track, manage, and report all construction cost variation orders and EOTs, ensuring timely approval.
• Advise on contractual matters during contract implementation.
• Ensure final account documentation is completed within twelve (12) months from CPC and practical completion, and present to relevant committees.
• Provide input for tender documents, including VO approval, for management review.
• Conduct market intelligence and provide insights on industry cost benchmarks and impacts, especially on materials and services.
• Lead the utilization of procurement systems and tools for procurement activities.
• Collaborate with township and relevant departments on costing/budgeting for the Annual Operating Plan.
• Coach and develop team members to ensure effective and efficient delivery of results.

Education/Professional Qualification & Experience

• 6-8 years of relevant experience in the Property Development Industry.
• Registered Member of the Board of QS Malaysia (BQSM) or Royal Institute of Surveyors Malaysia (RISM).