Contract Cost Control Lead - Hyperscale Infrastructure

Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia on site Until 8/30/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 1, 2026 Last posted July 1, 2026
Job description

Contract Cost Control Lead – Hyperscale Infrastructure

Why you should apply:
- Join a high-growth segment delivering Johor’s landmark mission-critical digital infrastructure projects.
- Support a Senior Project Manager with extensive global expertise in Tier III facilities.

What you will do:
- Drive commercial management and cost control for a landmark digital infrastructure project in Johor.
- Support the project team through rigorous financial oversight and high-level negotiation with global partners.
- Administer all quantity surveying and commercial activities throughout the entire project lifecycle phase.
- Manage variation orders, extensions of time, and complex contractual claims with technical precision.
- Evaluate subcontractor quotations and prepare detailed commercial reports for senior leadership team review.
- Monitor project budgets against forecasts to identify and mitigate potential commercial risk factors.
- Facilitate commercial discussions with a Chinese main contractor requiring fluent Mandarin technical communication.
- Oversee cost control for specialised infrastructure works including Consumer Landing Stations and buildings.

Experience you need:
- Hold a professional Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction management field.
- Minimum 5 years of specialized experience as a Quantity Surveyor in building infrastructure.
- Deep knowledge of construction contracts and advanced commercial administration for high-value project packages.
Strong negotiation skills and analytical mindset for managing multi-trade subcontractor packages and claims.

Nice to have / Bonus:
- Prior experience with EPC projects or large-scale industrial developments in the Johor region.

About you:
- Experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Lead within the technical construction sector.
- Professional pedigree: Data-driven professional capable of working independently within fast-paced, high-value construction environments.
- Seeking to leverage commercial expertise within the specialized mission-critical and data centre domain.

The company:
- Integrated technical solutions provider focused on high-growth segments like digital infrastructure and engineering.
- Listed entity with projects ranging between RM 70 to 90 million recently.
- Established 5+ years with a strong track record delivering specialized infrastructure across Malaysia.

Work Arrangement / Benefits:
- Full-time site-based role located at a major development hub in Johor Bahru.


About this role

Summary

Manage cost control, contracts, and financial oversight for infrastructure projects in Johor.

Job title

Contract Cost Control Lead - Hyperscale Infrastructure

Experience level

senior level

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

construction

Location requirements

full-time on-site in Johor Bahru, Malaysia

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

quantity surveyingconstruction contractscost managementnegotiationproject lifecycle

Preferred skills

EPC projectsindustrial developmentsMandarin

Specializations

cost controlquantity surveyingcontract managementinfrastructure
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

On-site City