Senior Contract Executive

JRK Group; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Malaysia is seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor to manage project costs, oversee procurement processes, and ensure compliance with contracts. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in the construction industry, proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, and a strong commitment to detail and deadlines. This role involves preparing budgets, managing contracts, and providing commercial advice throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the developer or construction industry.
• Ability to manage multiple projects within tight timelines.
• Trustworthy and committed to meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and budgets for housing and commercial developments.
• Monitor and control project costs from inception to completion.
• Administer construction contracts in accordance with terms.

Skills

Cost management

Budget control

Project management

Contract administration

AutoCAD proficiency

Detail-oriented

Education

Diploma in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

Cost Management & Budget Control

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and feasibility studies for housing and commercial developments.
• Monitor and control project costs from inception through to completion.
• Prepare, manage, and review cash flow forecasts and cost reports.
• Identify cost-related risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.

Procurement & Contract Administration

• Prepare tender documentation and manage the tendering process.
• Evaluate tenders and provide recommendations for contractor appointments.
• Administer construction contracts in accordance with contractual terms.
• Prepare and assess interim valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Draft Letters of Award (LOA) for consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Prepare cost comparison analyses for quotations received.
• Source and evaluate building materials as required.

Project Support

• Work closely with development, design, and construction teams to ensure commercial objectives are achieved.
• Provide commercial and cost advice throughout the design and construction phases.
• Attend client, consultant, project meetings, and site visits as required.

Valuations & Payments

• Assess contractor and subcontractor applications for payment.
• Certify payments in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
• Manage change control procedures and valuation of variations.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with contractual, financial, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date project documentation.

Qualifications

• Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, or Postgraduate Diploma in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the developer or construction industry.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in managing multiple projects within tight timelines.
• Detail-oriented, trustworthy, and committed to meeting deadlines.