Senior Contract Manager (Data Centre)

Turner & Townsend Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced contract administrator to manage incoming contract requests and oversee contract workflows. The ideal candidate should have at least 8 years of contract management experience, including 3 years in a senior role, and strong communication skills. The role requires a bachelor's degree related to business or law, with a focus on large-scale construction projects. Join a dynamic team and contribute to a flexible working environment that encourages professional success.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in contract management, with at least 3 years in a senior role.
• Proven experience in large-scale construction or data centre projects.
• Strong understanding of contract law and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming contract requests from project execution teams.
• Ensure timely initiation and progression of contract workflows.
• Advise stakeholders on appropriate contract formats for site services.

Skills

Contract management experience

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Proficiency in Cost-X or equivalent

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Construction Management, or related discipline

Master’s degree

Tools

Contract management systems

Automation tools

Job description

Job Description

Contract Administration

• Manage incoming contract requests from project execution teams.
• Prepare, review, and validate contractual documents in alignment with established policies, escalating to Regional Contract Managers when necessary.
• Create and maintain Accord matters for each contract, ensure proper stamping or legal review, and deliver finalized documentation to relevant teams.

Workflow Management

• Monitor contract workflows to ensure timely initiation and progression.
• Maintain clear communication channels and ensure efficient routing of documents.
• Confirm that vendors have valid governing agreements in place.
• Support site teams in initiating new agreements or renewing expired ones.

Stakeholder Guidance

• Advise stakeholders on appropriate contract formats for site services.
• Assist with contract modifications, including scopes of work, task orders, work orders, and amendments.

Process Improvement & Automation

• Collaborate on the transition to automated contract review solutions.
• Provide feedback and performance metrics to enhance system functionality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Construction Management, or related discipline. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum 8 years in contract management, with at least 3 years in a senior role.
• Proven experience in large-scale construction or data centre projects.
• Strong communication and leadership skills; experience in people management is a plus.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to drive outcomes on behalf of clients and coordinate with construction and design teams to meet deadlines and deliverables.
• Strong understanding of contract law and compliance requirements.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in contract management systems and familiarity with automation tools.
• Native-level proficiency and Business‑level proficiency in English.
• Proficiency in Cost‑X or equivalent cost estimation software.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance.

Equal Opportunity

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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