Contracts and Commercial Manager – Projects

Baker Hughes; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy technology company is seeking a Contracts & Commercial Manager in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves leading all commercial and contractual aspects of multi-discipline Subsea projects, ensuring effective management of risks and opportunities. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s Degree and significant experience in contract management, particularly within energy-related environments. The company offers a supportive workplace with contemporary work-life balance and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Contemporary work-life balance policies

Comprehensive private medical care options

Life insurance and disability programs

Tailored financial programs

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in contract management within energy or construction sectors.
• Solid understanding of legal risk areas in major projects.
• Proven capability in managing commercial risks and cash flow.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of complex projects.
• Provide leadership and guidance on contractual matters.
• Oversee key subcontracts and manage opportunities and risks.

Skills

Contract management experience

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Project profitability improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Contracts & Commercial Manager - Projects

Driving Commercial Excellence Through Strategic Proposal Performance

Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving the oil and gas sector across more than 120 countries. Baker Hughes drives growth by building strong customer partnerships and delivering integrated equipment and service solutions. With a focus on digital transformation and energy transition, the team leverages data‑driven insights to optimize proposal performance and maximize customer value.

Fuel your passion

The Contracts & Commercial Manager – Projects, provides Contractual & Commercial leadership within a multi discipline Subsea project. You will take responsibility for the contractual and financial delivery of the project in accordance with the execution plan.

Reporting operationally to the Regional Contracts Director, the role provides the key interface between the internal business units, functions, Product Line Centre’s of Excellence and client, helping shape overall execution strategy and ensure profitability.

As the Contracts & Commercial Manager – Projects you will be responsible for:

• All Commercial & Contractual aspects of large‑scale, complex projects and act as the primary authority for Contractual matters;
• Management of all contractual related aspects, including commercial arrangements, variations, amendments, adherence and reporting;
• Establish and maintain compliance with the specific Contract requirements;
• Provide leadership, advice, and guidance to senior management on specific contractual matters;
• Ensure commercial risks are identified and managed across the scopes of work by controlling the overall project profile and opportunity review;
• Oversee contractual engagement for key subcontracts and major purchases to ensure risks are mitigated and opportunities managed; and
• Drive the commercial performance of awarded projects.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, or, other relevant legal, commercial, energy related degree.
• Substantial contract management experience in an energy, resources or capital construction environments.
• Proven track record in contributing to the improvement of project profitability, cash flow and control of commercial risk.
• Possess full understanding and working knowledge of the key legal risk areas and obligations for major projects.
• Commercially, financially and contractually aware with good communication, inter‑personal and skills.
• Proven capability of working in a matrix environment and of leading by influence.
• Willing to work at a detailed level.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well‑being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work‑life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits