Executive Subcontract Management

Malaysia Marine & Heavy Engineering; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Pasir Gudang, Johor, seeks an experienced project contract manager to oversee project contracts and ensure compliance throughout the contract lifecycle. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in engineering, along with a minimum of 6 years of experience in project control and management of heavy engineering projects. Responsibilities include managing contractual obligations, risk assessments, and dispute resolutions, contributing significantly to project success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in project control/project management.
• Experience in heavy engineering projects (EPCIC/EPCC/EPCI).

Responsibilities

• Execute project contracts management within the project lifecycle.
• Support pre-contract formation and manage post-contract administration.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Contract Management

Dispute Resolution

Education

Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Work location: Pasir Gudang, Johor

Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract (12months)

JOB PURPOSE

• Execute the project contracts and subcontracts function across the entire project lifecycle, ensuring the effective execution and compliance of all contractual obligations that are critical to achieving project, commercial, and strategic goals.
• Maintain the execution of project contracts, change management and operation contracts matters for Project.
• Management Teams & Business Leaders in order to achieve project results.
• Liaising with Project Management Teams/Business Leaders on project contract management matters towards making effective decision/direction in order to achieve project results.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute project contracts/subcontracts management within and across the project lifecycle which are critical to the achievement of overall project goals.
• Liaising with Project Management Teams/Business Leaders on project contract management matters towards making effective decision/direction in order to achieve project results.
• Providing support and assistance to the pre-contract & subcontract formation (Projects Main Contracts, JV/Consortium Contracts & Subcontracts during bidding [General Conditions, Special Conditions, flow down, etc.) and ensure incorporation of appropriate risk allocation, legal compliance and lessons learned from pas project.
• Manage and control the execution of post contract & subcontract management (Projects Main Contracts and JV/Consortium Contracts [management & administration until closeout], Subcontract [dispute resolution).
• Manage and administer the project contractual deliverables in accordance with contract requirement & MMHE’s Interest.
• Highlight and identify risks and opportunities associated with contractual obligations. Develop and implement mitigation strategies in coordination with Legal, Commercial, and Project Control functions to minimize project exposure and enhance value.
• Accountable in management of contract changes and variation orders which includes evaluation, analyzing, gathering information, preparation, negotiation, and finalization of claims such as EOT, acceleration, disruption, and prolongation which are critical to ensure the project risk and opportunities are mitigated/pursued as per contract.
• Identify and manage on dispute resolution strategies and settlements with clients, subcontractors, and consortium partners. Collaborate closely with Legal, Project Directors, and Senior Management to manage formal proceedings such as mediation, arbitration, or litigation where necessary.
• Monitor and evaluate subcontractor performance against contractual obligations, quality standards, and project milestones. Lead coordination efforts with Construction, QA/QC, and HSE teams to ensure compliance and initiate corrective actions when performance deviations arise.
• Ensure adherence to internal governance processes, corporate policies, and regulatory requirements throughout the subcontract lifecycle.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Engineering/Any equivalent Field.
• Min. 6 years’ experience in Project Control /Project Management of Heavy Engineering projects (EPCIC/EPCC/EPCI/EPC/ePC/epC/epC).