Head of Contract

TG Malaysia; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Johor Bahru seeks a professional to oversee contract strategy and governance, manage tender processes, and ensure compliance across projects. Responsibilities include negotiating contracts, resolving claims, and optimizing costs while leading a capable contract administration team. The ideal candidate will maintain strong collaboration with stakeholders and track contractor performance effectively.

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee contract administration policies.
• Lead the end-to-end tender process.
• Oversee project cost estimates and budget monitoring.
• Negotiate terms with consultants and contractors.
• Review and resolve claims and contractual disputes.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Collaborate with project implementation and finance teams.
• Drive initiatives to optimize construction costs.
• Track and analyze contractor performance.
• Lead and mentor the contract administration team.

Job description

Job Scopes

• Contract Strategy & Governance – Establish and oversee contract administration policies, procedures, and frameworks to ensure compliance, transparency, and efficiency across the projects.
• Tender & Procurement Management – Lead the end‑to‑end tender process, including preparation of tender documents, evaluation, negotiation, and award of contracts.
• Cost Planning & Control – Oversee project cost estimates, budget monitoring, and expenditure tracking to ensure projects remain financially viable and within approved limits.
• Contract Negotiation & Finalization – Negotiate terms and conditions with consultants, contractors, and suppliers to secure favorable outcomes for the company while mitigating risks.
• Claims & Variation Management – Review, assess, and resolve claims, variations, and contractual disputes in a timely and fair manner.
• Risk & Compliance Oversight – Ensure all contracts comply with statutory requirements, corporate policies, and industry standards, while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
• Stakeholder Collaboration – Work closely with project implementation, design, finance, and legal teams to align contracts with project requirements and delivery expectations.
• Value Engineering & Cost Optimization – Drive initiatives to optimize construction costs and achieve value‑for‑money solutions without compromising on quality or sustainability.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting – Track and analyze contractor performance, contract utilization, and financial commitments; provide management with timely insights and reports.
• Leadership & Team Development – Lead, mentor, and build the contract administration team’s capabilities, fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.