Assistant Manager, Project Planner

Dexian Asia Pacific; Selangor; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexian Asia Pacific is seeking an experienced Manager – Contract & Commercial Management to lead contract, commercial, procurement, and project-related activities across renewable energy and power-generation projects. The role requires strong leadership and extensive EPC/EPCC contract expertise in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment.

You will drive commercial strategies, manage procurement, and oversee subcontractor performance, with responsibility for ensuring timely delivery and financial

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of relevant experience in contract/commercial management.
• Strong experience in EPC/EPCC contract administration and negotiation.
• Hands-on experience with Variations, EOT, Claims, Delay/Disruption, Payments, Performance Guarantees and Liquidated Damages.
• Experience in Subcontract Management and Dispute Resolution.
• Knowledge of FIDIC and international construction contracts is highly desirable.
• Experience in Renewable Energy, Power Generation, EPC/EPCC or major infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Contract & Commercial Management team
• Develop commercial, procurement and cost-optimization strategies
• Lead end-to-end procurement, supplier sourcing and negotiations
• Manage EPC/EPCC contracts, variations, claims, EOTs and commercial matters
• Oversee subcontractor and vendor performance
• Support project financial analysis, investment calculations and viability assessments
• Lead and coordinate project due diligence activities
• Support investment approval documentation and post-close project activities
• Coordinate with relevant government agencies and stakeholders on project approvals
• Drive continuous improvement and cost optimization initiatives

Skills

Contract management

Commercial management

EPC/EPCC contracts

Negotiation

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Project delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Manager – Contract & Commercial Management to lead contract, commercial, procurement, and project-related activities across renewable energy and power-generation projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in contract/commercial management
• Strong experience in EPC/EPCC contract administration and negotiation
• Hands‑on experience with Variations, EOT, Claims, Delay/Disruption, Payments, Performance Guarantees and Liquidated Damages
• Experience in Subcontract Management and Dispute Resolution
• Knowledge of FIDIC and international construction contracts is highly desirable
• Experience in Renewable Energy, Power Generation, EPC/EPCC or major infrastructure projects
• Exposure to Solar PV, Hydropower, Biogas/Biomass, BESS or similar projects is preferred
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, negotiation and commercial skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Contract & Commercial Management team
• Develop commercial, procurement and cost‑optimization strategies
• Lead end-to-end procurement, supplier sourcing and negotiations
• Manage EPC/EPCC contracts, variations, claims, EOTs and commercial matters
• Oversee subcontractor and vendor performance
• Support project financial analysis, investment calculations and viability assessments
• Lead and coordinate project due diligence activities
• Support investment approval documentation and post‑close project activities
• Coordinate with relevant government agencies and stakeholders on project approvals
• Drive continuous improvement and cost optimization initiatives

Join a team working on renewable energy and power-generation projects, with exposure to contract management, commercial strategy, procurement, project investment and stakeholder management.