Senior Contracts Manager - Construction, Negotiation & Claims

MIDTOWN GROUP BERHAD; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

MIDTOWN GROUP BERHAD in Petaling Jaya seeks a seasoned Contracts Leader to head the Contracts Department. You will oversee contract administration from pre-award to final account, draft and negotiate key contracts, and provide strategic risk guidance to protect project interests.

You will direct variation orders, cost controls, and compliance with regulations while coordinating with clients, consultants, and internal teams. Mentoring the department will be a key part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the construction industry.
• Proven experience in a leadership role managing contract/commercial teams.
• Strong knowledge of standard forms of contracts (e.g., PAM, FIDIC, JKR).
• Excellent understanding of Malaysian construction practices and regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in claims management and dispute resolution.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Professional membership (e.g., RICS, CIQS, BQSM) is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Contracts Department, including contract administrators and QS teams
• Oversee contract administration from pre-award to final account stage
• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and consultancy agreements
• Provide strategic advice on contractual risks, claims, and dispute resolution
• Manage variation orders, progress claims, and cost control mechanisms
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, statutory requirements, and company policies
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
• Lead claims preparation, evaluation, and negotiation (EOT, loss & expense, etc.)
• Support tendering activities including contract strategy and commercial review
• Mentor and develop team members to enhance departmental capability

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Dispute resolution

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

MIDTOWN GROUP BERHAD in Petaling Jaya seeks a seasoned Contracts Leader to head the Contracts Department. You will oversee contract administration from pre-award to final account, draft and negotiate key contracts, and provide strategic risk guidance to protect project interests.

You will direct variation orders, cost controls, and compliance with regulations while coordinating with clients, consultants, and internal teams. Mentoring the department will be a key part of the role.