Contract Manager

Agensi Pekerjaan Executive Recruiters; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Agensi Pekerjaan Executive Recruiters is seeking a Contract Manager in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to oversee contract administration, budgeting, and risk management across multiple projects. The role requires a degree in quantity surveying or related field and a minimum of seven years in contract management within construction.

You will coordinate with project managers and contractors, prepare cost estimates and reports, and ensure strict adherence to contract terms and delivery standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications or memberships in professional bodies related to Quantity Surveying or Contract Management (e.g., RICS, CIQS) are preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in contract management and quantity surveying within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, construction methodologies, and cost management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in contract management software and MS Office Suite.
• Familiarity with industry-standard QS tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of contract administration, including preparation, negotiation, and execution of contracts.
• Develop and maintain detailed cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts while monitoring project costs and provide regular financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions, including performance, quality, and delivery requirements.
• Identify potential risks and issues related to contracts and take proactive measures to mitigate them.
• Conduct detailed quantity take-offs, prepare cost estimates, and manage variations and change orders.
• Address and resolve any contractual disputes or claims that may arise during the project lifecycle.
• Liaise with project managers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Maintain accurate records of all contract-related documentation, including amendments, correspondence, and approvals.
• Prepare and present reports on contract performance, financial status, and project progress to senior management.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field

Tools

Contract management software

MS Office Suite

QS tools/methodologies

Job description

Contract Manager

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Posted on 01/02/2025

• Manage and oversee all aspects of contract administration, including preparation, negotiation, and execution of contracts.
  
• Develop and maintain detailed cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts while monitoring project costs and provide regular financial reports.
  
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions, including performance, quality, and delivery requirements.
  
• Identify potential risks and issues related to contracts and take proactive measures to mitigate them.
  
• Conduct detailed quantity take-offs, prepare cost estimates, and manage variations and change orders.
  
• Address and resolve any contractual disputes or claims that may arise during the project lifecycle.
  
• Liaise with project managers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination.
  
• Maintain accurate records of all contract-related documentation, including amendments, correspondence, and approvals.
  
• Prepare and present reports on contract performance, financial status, and project progress to senior management.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
  
• Relevant certifications or memberships in professional bodies related to Quantity Surveying or Contract Management (e.g., RICS, CIQS) are preferred.
  
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in contract management and quantity surveying within the construction industry.
  
• Strong knowledge of contract law, construction methodologies, and cost management.
  
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and projects simultaneously.
  
• Proficiency in contract management software and MS Office Suite.
  
• Familiarity with industry-standard QS tools and methodologies.