Contract Manager (ID/Semicon background)

ZIG ZAG BUILDERS (M) SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier construction firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a skilled Contracts Manager to oversee project costing, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related fields and at least 5 years of experience in the construction industry. Strong communication, negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently under pressure are essential. This position offers an opportunity to lead projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in building, industrial and commercial & retail project.
• Experience in Interior Design and semiconductor projects/industry will be an added advantage.
• Able to work independently under stress, supervise and communicate well with all levels of staff.
• Able to handle pre & post tendering works, quotation, contract, administration of projects in execution, purchasing and preparing progress claim.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with consultants & contractors.

Responsibilities

• Price and forecast the costing of materials and contracted services required for projects.
• Prepare project bill of quantity, costing, quotation/ tender documents.
• Develop risk assessments and pricing structures for products and services.
• Track changes to design and renovation works and adjust budget projections.
• Monitor project work to ensure it stays within budget.
• Manage supplier and contractor relationships and evaluate performance.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and make risk assessments.
• Monitor subordinates' work performance and prepare management reports.
• Ensure effective implementation of policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication and negotiation

Good mathematical skills

Critical thinking

Planning and forecasting

Good understanding of current market

Statistical analysis

Time management

Collaboration and teamwork

Ability to motivate a workforce

Education

Bachelor Degree in Quantity Surveyor / Construction Management or relevant fields

Job description

Responsibilities

Price/ forecast the costing of materials and contracted services required for projects.

Prepare project bill of quantity, costing, quotation/ tender documents to customers.

Develop risk assessments and pricing structures for products and services to work toward commercial efforts.

Track changes to the design and/ or renovation works and adjusting budget projections accordingly.

Monitor project work done to ensure work is within project costing.

Supplier and Contractor Relationship Management:

Source, evaluate, select and re-evaluate supplier and contractor required for projects.

Verify supplier and contractor claim/ invoice submission to ensure claims/ invoice amount matches their quotations/ within costing budget.

Feedback/ raise complaint to suppliers and contractor when nonconformance/ issues arise; work with supplier and contractors to resolve problem as quickly as possible so as not to affect project deadlines.

Monitor supplier and contractor performance through supplier and contractor re-evaluation program and propose areas of improvement.

Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure stakeholders adhere to and understand contractual obligations, and determine when processes violate regulations.

Assess risks and make recommendations based on analysis of all factors affecting a business situation.

Performance Management:

Monitor subordinates’ work performance through monitoring, mentoring and providing guidance and support.

Prepare and submit performance management reports to Managing Director.

Identify areas of improvement based on the performance management report.

Quality Management System:

Ensure effective implementation of company policy and departmental standard operating procedures.

Promoting improvement in Commercial and QS department.

Support other internal customers in operations to ensure products and services meet customer and other interested parties’ requirements.

Ensure proper document and record keeping in Commercial and QS department.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor Degree In Quantity Surveyor / Construction Management or any relevant fields

Experience

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in building, industrial and commercial & retail project.
• Experience in Interior Design and semiconductor projects/industry will be an added advantage.
• Able to work independently under stress, supervise and communicate well with all level of staff.
• Able to handle pre & post tendering works, quotation, contract, administration of projects in execution, purchasing and preparing progress claim.
• Strong communication and Interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with consultants & contractors.

Skills

• Communication and negotiation.
• Good mathematical skills.
• Critical thinking.
• Planning and forecasting.
• Good understanding of the state of the current market in design and build industry.
• Statistical analysis.
• Time management.
• Collaboration and team work.
• Ability to motivate a workforce.

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