Senior Contract Manager, Construction — Growth & Benefits

Private Advertiser; Butterworth; On-site; MYR 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PA Insurance

Medical Claim

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking a competent Contract Manager to lead construction contract administration, manage commercial risks, and ensure project delivery in line with contractual requirements, budget, and quality standards.

The role requires 5–8 years of relevant experience, a Diploma or Bachelor’s in QS/CM/CE/Contract Management, strong negotiation and leadership skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Mandarin or Hokkien is a plus; CIDB and ISO 9001:2015 knowledge is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Contract Management or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in construction contract administration or commercial management.
• Experience evaluating tender requirements, preparing cost proposals and managing contractual claims.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction contracts from award through project completion and final account settlement.
• Develop competitive commercial proposals, pricing strategies, cost estimates, and tender submissions.
• Review, prepare, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, letters of award and other commercial agreements.
• Monitor contractual obligations, project progress, payment claims, VO, EOT claims, and final accounts.
• Carry out monthly valuations for progress payment claims for work by Main Contractor, Nominated Sub-contractor and Nominated Supplier.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, project managers, and authorities.
• Ensure CIDB compliance, Malaysian construction laws, and related contractual conditions.
• Monitor project costs, cash flow, budgets, and commercial performance.
• Lead and coordinate the contracts and commercial team to achieve objectives.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma/Bachelor's in QS/CM/CE/Contract Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Private Advertiser is seeking a competent Contract Manager to lead construction contract administration, manage commercial risks, and ensure project delivery in line with contractual requirements, budget, and quality standards.

The role requires 5–8 years of relevant experience, a Diploma or Bachelor’s in QS/CM/CE/Contract Management, strong negotiation and leadership skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Mandarin or Hokkien is a plus; CIDB and ISO 9001:2015 knowledge is preferred.