Contract Manager

VC Engineering; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Malaysia is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee contractual and commercial matters across multiple projects, such as Data Centers and FMCG sectors. The ideal candidate will have 8 to 12 years of experience within construction or MEP industries, with strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. This role includes managing contracts, monitoring project performance, and advising project teams, offering a chance to influence project outcomes significantly.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years’ experience in contract and commercial roles within construction or MEP industries.
• Proven experience managing contracts for high-impact industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract and commercial matters for industrial projects.
• Oversee preparation and negotiation of contracts, subcontracts, and commercial terms.
• Monitor project cost performance, cash flow, and claims.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering

Job description

The Contract Manager will lead and oversee all contractual and commercial matters across multiple projects, from pre-contract tendering through post-award execution and final account settlement. This role plays a strategic part in commercial risk management, cost control, contract administration and stakeholder negotiation, ensuring projects are delivered in line with contractual obligations and business objectives.

What You’ll Do:

Manage contract and commercial matters for high-impact industrial projects, including Data Centers, Semiconductor and FMCG sectors, supported by strong technical capabilities.

Oversee preparation, review and negotiation of main contracts, subcontracts, LOA and commercial terms.

Manage tendering processes including cost estimates, BOQ, value engineering and commercial submissions.

Evaluate and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing, variations and claims.

Monitor project cost performance, cash flow, variations, claims and final accounts.

Advise project teams on contractual rights, obligations, risk exposure and mitigation strategies.

Lead contract correspondence and resolve commercial disputes with clients, consultants and subcontractors.

Ensure compliance with contract conditions, company policies and regulatory requirements.

Mentor and guide contract / QS / commercial team members.

Provide commercial input to management on project profitability and strategic decision‑making.

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline.

Minimum 8–12 years’ experience in contract and commercial roles within construction or MEP industries.

Proven experience managing contracts for high-impact industrial projects.

Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes and commercial risk management.

Excellent negotiation, leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Strong analytical mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Willingness to travel to project sites when required.

You’ll work on landmark projects in growth industries—semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and advanced manufacturing you exposure to cutting‑edge facilities and technical challenges that sharpen your expertise. As a manager, you’ll have genuine influence over project outcomes and direct access to leadership.

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