This role will manage the full spectrum of contractual and commercial activities, ensuring projects are delivered in line with contractual obligations, commercial strategy, and risk management protocols.
Hiring Contract Manager in Cyberjaya for data centre PMC. Manages contracts, claims & risk.Job Summary-We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to support the delivery of large-scale data centre / mission-critical developments. -This role will manage the full spectrum of contractual and commercial activities, ensuring projects are delivered in line with contractual obligations, commercial strategy, and risk management protocols.-The successful candidate will play a key role in administering contracts, managing claims and variations, and supporting procurement and delivery teams across high-value CSA and MEP packages.Key Responsibilities1. Contract Administration & Governance-Manage and administer contracts across the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with agreed terms and conditions-Oversee contract documentation, including subcontracts, amendments, and change orders-Ensure adherence to contract frameworks (e.g., FIDIC, NEC, or bespoke client contracts)-Provide guidance to project teams on contractual obligations, rights, and risk exposure2. Commercial & Claims Management-Lead the assessment and management of variations, claims, and disputes, particularly for MEP and specialist packages-Review contractor submissions including EOT (Extension of Time), cost claims, and change requests-Support negotiation and resolution of commercial issues with contractors and vendors-Maintain detailed records to support commercial positions and dispute avoidance3. Procurement & Package Management-Support procurement activities including preparation of tender documentation, contract terms, and bid evaluations-Provide input on contract strategy for key packages such as:-Mechanical systems (HVAC, cooling infrastructure)-Electrical systems (MV/LV, UPS, generators)-Specialist data centre equipment and installations-Ensure contracts are aligned with project delivery strategies and timelines4. Risk & Compliance Management-Identify and manage contractual and commercial risks across the project-Ensure all contractual processes meet internal governance and compliance standards-Support risk mitigation strategies through proactive contract management and issue resolution5. Stakeholder Management-Act as a key point of contact for contractual matters between clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams-Work closely with project managers, cost managers, and engineering teams to ensure alignment-Facilitate effective communication and escalation of contractual issues when requiredQualifications-Degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field-Typically 10–15 years of experience in contract management within construction or infrastructure projects-Strong experience administering contracts for large, complex developments, ideally including data centres or mission-critical facilities-Solid understanding of: Contract law and administration, Claims and dispute resolution, Commercial risk management-Experience working with FIDIC, NEC, or similar contract forms-Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skillsBonus Points If You've Worked On-Hyperscale data centres-Mission-critical facilities-Semiconductor manufacturing-Pharmaceutical or life sciences facilities
Guided Task Execution: Carry out step-by-step physical actions (such as server power cycles, cable re-seating, and hard drive swaps) strictly following instructions provided by remote or senior engineers.
Manage the day‑to‑day contractual administration of assigned projects, ensuring all contractual and claim‑related events are monitored, documented, and escalated when necessary.
Deliver pre-contract and post-contract cost management services across construction projects, including data centres, critical facilities, and infrastructure-led developments.
Deliver pre-contract and post-contract cost management services across construction projects, including data centres, critical facilities, and infrastructure-led developments.
Manage the day‑to‑day contractual administration of assigned projects, ensuring all contractual and claim‑related events are monitored, documented, and escalated when necessary.
Plan and execute independent operational control reviews across data center processes including facility operations, change management, incident management, physical access, vendor management, and capacity planning.