Why You Should Apply

Work in an established and prominent conglomerate in Malaysia.
Great career exposure and development.

Role Description

The Contract Manager position is based in Kuching. The Contract Manager reports to the Head of Commercial and Contracts. The Contract Manager’s role is to ensure the successful negotiation, execution, and administration of construction contracts to achieve the project’s objectives.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate bids, proposals, contracts, and change orders ensuring clarity and legal soundness. Incorporate risk mitigation clauses.
Oversee construction contract administration, ensuring compliance. Manage and monitor project costs, analyze variances, and track progress.
Identify, assess, and prioritize project risks. Develop and implement risk mitigation plans. Communicate project risks transparently to stakeholders and take proactive measures.
Develop and implement procurement strategies for construction projects. Manage the procurement process, including subcontractor selection. Negotiate and execute subcontract agreements. Ensure subcontractor compliance and resolve disputes.
Communicate project information clearly and timely to stakeholders. Facilitate communication and collaboration among project teams. Manage project documentation, prepare reports, and address conflicts.
Understand and apply relevant construction laws, regulations, and codes. Ensure compliance with contractual obligations. Identify and address potential legal and regulatory risks. Provide legal advice and represent the company in legal proceedings.
Possess a strong understanding of construction principles and practices. Stay up-to-date on technical advancements and industry trends. Review and approve technical documents and drawings. Provide technical guidance to project teams. Identify and resolve technical issues.
Provide leadership and direction to project teams. Motivate and inspire team members to achieve project goals. Foster a collaborative work environment. Manage and resolve conflicts within project teams. Represent the project team in meetings and presentations.
Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, or in any related field.
At least 10 years of experience in contract management in the construction industry.
Comprehensive knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, and engineering principles and techniques, as well as an extensive understanding of construction contract law.
Strong knowledge of various construction methods and materials, their characteristics, installation procedures and tolerances.
Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
Demonstrated success in project management and delivery
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

About The Company

Our client is part of a prominent conglomerate listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia with a portfolio encompassing more than 30 companies engaged in various sectors.

They are a long-established and leading construction company in Sarawak, having built many iconic projects over the years. With its wealth of experience, it continues to undertake a wide range of civil engineering, building and utility works (including dams, undersea pipe lay and other water-related works).

If you have the above qualifications and are eager to for the challenge, kindly send your latest CV/Resume to either of our consultant-in-charge Aileen through email (**********@peoplelake.asia) or Whatsapp (+6012-372 0292) for prompt job application and screening process. Thank you!

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