Contract Manager (Industrial & Science)

About the role

Turner & Townsend, a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries, is hiring a Contract Manager for its Industrial & Science practice in Batu Kawan. The role covers contract administration, compliance, claims and variations, commercial management and contract negotiation within construction projects.

Key responsibilities

• Review, administer and manage construction contracts, subcontracts and related project documentation, and monitor contractual compliance.
• Maintain contract registers, records and correspondence throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage variation orders, change management and claims, prepare and negotiate Extension of Time (EOT) submissions, and support dispute resolution.
• Identify contractual risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support timely payment certifications, valuations and invoicing, and monitor commercial performance.
• Support contract negotiations with clients, consultants, contractors and suppliers, and act as a key point of contact for contractual matters.
• Conduct contract reviews and risk assessments, and recommend ways to manage contractual risks.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Commercial Management, Law or a related discipline.
• 10-15 years of experience in contract administration, commercial management, quantity surveying or construction project delivery.
• Experience on building, infrastructure, industrial or large-scale construction projects is highly advantageous.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of standard construction contracts such as PAM, FIDIC, PWD, NEC or other industry-recognised forms.
• Experience managing variations, EOT claims, payment certifications, contract negotiations and contractual claims.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with commercial management systems, ERP platforms or project controls software is an added advantage.