Contract Manager

Briswood Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Briswood Sdn Bhd in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced professional to lead contract administration and commercial management for major property development projects. You will manage tendering, documentation, and post-award administration, while ensuring compliance and timely close-out.

Ideal candidates have 7–10 years in contract administration and quantity surveying, with knowledge of PAM, FIDIC, CIPAA, and related regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building, Law, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in contract administration, commercial management, or quantity surveying within property development, main contracting, or a related construction environment.
• Experience working on major or complex building projects.
• Working knowledge of standard construction contracts including PAM 2006/2018, FIDIC, REDAS, PWD/JKR, or bespoke agreements.
• Knowledge of applicable construction payment and adjudication legislation including CIPAA where relevant.
• Experience preparing tender documentation, Bills of Quantities, contract documents, contractual notices, claims assessments, and formal correspondence.
• Experience reviewing payment applications, valuations, variations, cost reconciliations, forecasts, final accounts, and contract close-outs.
• Professional accreditation such as RISM, RICS, or CIOB is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Procurement and tendering processes for contractors, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Prepare tender packages, Bills of Quantities, and contract documentation.
• Administer post-award contracts and monitor milestones.
• Review interim payments, valuations, and final accounts.
• Evaluate time-related claims and prepare notices and counterclaims.
• Identify risks and coordinate with legal on disputes and resolutions.
• Manage subcontract close-outs and final certificates.

Skills

Contract administration

Commercial management

Quantity surveying

Building contracts knowledge

Education

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

Job description

Relocation: Scheduled move to the KLCC area in Q1 2027 — walking distance from Datuk Keramat LRT

About us:

We are an established property development company with a proven track record and extensive experience in the property industry. Built on a foundation of integrity, quality, and excellence, we remain committed to delivering developments that create lasting value.

As we continue to expand our portfolio, with several exciting projects in the pipeline including upcoming developments in the prestigious KLCC area, we are seeking dedicated and capable individuals to be part of our team. We offer rewarding career opportunities, professional growth, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of urban living.

Professional development through exposure to major property development and construction projects.

Cross-functional collaboration with project managers, quantity surveyors, engineers, consultants, contractors, legal advisers, and executive management.

Opportunities to deepen your expertise in construction contracts, commercial management, claims, and dispute resolution.

Competitive compensation and benefits package, subject to experience and company policy.

What you will be doing (Key Responsibilities)

• Procurement and tendering: Manage pre-qualification, tendering, evaluation, price comparisons, rate negotiations, and contract awards for contractors, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Tender documentation: Prepare tender packages, Bills of Quantities, conditions of contract, scope specifications, and formal contract documentation using relevant standard or bespoke contract forms.
• Contract administration: Administer post-award contracts, monitor obligations and milestones, interpret contractual terms, and advise project and execution teams on compliance.
• Commercial control: Review interim payment applications, progress valuations, retention releases, variation orders, monthly cost value reconciliations, forecasts, cash flow projections, and final accounts.
• Claims and notices: Evaluate Extension of Time, Loss and Expense, liquidated damages, and variation claims, and prepare contractual notices, formal correspondence, counterclaims, and determinations within required timeframes.
• Risk and disputes: Identify contractual and cost risks, develop mitigation strategies, and coordinate with legal counsel and executive management on mediation, adjudication, arbitration, and other dispute resolution processes.
• Close-out management: Manage subcontract close-outs, defect liability periods, final certificate issuance, and the release of performance bonds and retentions.

What do we need from you (Job Requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building, Law, or a related field.
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in contract administration, commercial management, or quantity surveying within property development, main contracting, or a related construction environment.
• Experience working on major or complex building projects.
• Working knowledge of standard construction contracts, including PAM 2006/2018, FIDIC, REDAS, PWD/JKR, or bespoke agreements.
• Knowledge of applicable construction payment and adjudication legislation, including CIPAA where relevant.
• Experience preparing tender documentation, Bills of Quantities, contract documents, contractual notices, claims assessments, and formal correspondence.
• Experience reviewing payment applications, valuations, variations, cost reconciliations, forecasts, final accounts, and contract close-outs.
• Professional accreditation such as RISM, RICS, or CIOB is advantageous.