ABOUT US:
Our client is a leading international engineering and consulting group with a strong presence across Europe and Asia. The company delivers multidisciplinary services spanning design, project management, and construction supervision across infrastructure, buildings, and mission-critical facilities.
Location: Bekasi, West Java, Indonesia
Project: Data Center (Cikarang 140MW + 110MW + Substation)
Company: Confidential (International Engineering & Consulting Firm)
OVERVIEW
We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager overseeing all contractual and commercial matters across the Data Center programme in Indonesia. This role manages the full lifecycle of contracts — from tender strategy through award, administration, claims management, and final account settlement — ensuring the project's commercial interests are protected and that all parties fulfil their contractual obligations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop the contract strategy and procurement plan for all packages across the programme.
- Prepare, issue, and evaluate tender documentation for civil, MEP, ELV, and specialist packages.
- Lead contract negotiations with contractors and subcontractors, ensuring favourable commercial terms.
- Administer all contracts post-award, including correspondence, instruction issuance, and compliance monitoring.
- Manage variation orders, change requests, and contractor claims in accordance with contract terms.
- Oversee interim payment certificates, provisional sum expenditure, and final account preparation.
- Maintain the contract register and commercial risk log, reporting to the Programme Director.
- Provide commercial guidance to the wider PMC team on contractual entitlements and obligations.
- Support dispute resolution processes and interface with legal counsel when required.
- Ensure all contracting activities comply with Indonesian law and client governance requirements.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 10 years in contracts or commercial management within construction or engineering.
- Strong knowledge of FIDIC, NEC, or lump-sum EPC contract forms.
- Proven experience in claims analysis, variation management, and final account settlement.
- Familiarity with Indonesian construction law, labour regulations, and commercial practices.
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Law, Engineering, or related discipline.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and written communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
- Membership of RICS, AIQS, or equivalent professional body preferred.
- Proficient in contract management software and cost control tools.
- Experience on large-scale infrastructure or mission-critical facility contracts preferred.
