Contract Manager (property developer)

Randstad Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Malaysia is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to lead commercial management, procurement strategies, and contract administration for a premium property developer.

You will coordinate cost plans, manage tendering, review contracts, oversee progress claims, and advise Project Managers on risk mitigation and disputes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying and a minimum of 8 years in the property development sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or a relevant professional discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience within the property development sector.
• Comprehensive understanding of end-to-end cost and contract implementation processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor timely submission of Cost Plans by external Quantity Surveying consultants.
• Manage the pre-qualification process, including identifying, evaluating, and short-listing suitable tenderers for Management’s approval.
• Review tender and contract documents prepared by consultants to ensure completeness, robust contract conditions, and strict alignment with company requirements.
• Lead end-to-end procurement activities, including floating tenders, conducting tender interviews, evaluating bids, and preparing comprehensive award recommendation reports for Management.
• Monitor and ensure the timely, accurate processing of progress claims and payments for both consultants and contractors.
• Evaluate Variation Orders prepared by consultants against contract drawings and provisions to verify legitimacy; assist Project Managers in cost control and maintain updated records of provisional VOs.
• Provide strategic contractual advice to Project Managers, recommending proactive courses of action to mitigate risks and resolve disputes.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement strategies

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a highly established and reputable property developer with a multi‑decade track record of delivering premium real estate portfolios. Known for their financial stability and commitment to quality, they have built a dominant market presence across the region. As they continue to advance their pipeline of high‑profile residential and commercial developments, they are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to lead commercial management, procurement strategies, and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor the timely submission of Cost Plans by external Quantity Surveying consultants.
• Manage the pre‑qualification process, including identifying, evaluating, and short‑listing suitable tenderers for Management’s approval.
• Review tender and contract documents prepared by consultants to ensure completeness, robust contract conditions, and strict alignment with company requirements.
• Lead end‑to‑end procurement activities, including floating tenders, conducting tender interviews, evaluating bids, and preparing comprehensive award recommendation reports for Management.
• Monitor and ensure the timely, accurate processing of progress claims and payments for both consultants and contractors.
• Evaluate Variation Orders prepared by consultants against contract drawings and provisions to verify legitimacy; assist Project Managers in cost control and maintain updated records of provisional VOs.
• Provide strategic contractual advice to Project Managers, recommending proactive courses of action to mitigate risks and resolve disputes.

Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or a relevant professional discipline.
• Minimum of 8 of progressive experience within the property development sector.
• Comprehensive understanding of the end‑to‑end cost and contract implementation process, spanning from initial inception and feasibility to final account resolution.
• Bachelor Degree.