Introduction

Brunel is currently partnering with a leading multinational consulting and project management company to recruit an experienced Contract Manager - Mandarin Speaker.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-profile industrial project, where you will play a critical role in managing contract administration, commercial governance, and stakeholder relationships while working closely with international clients and Mainland China contractors.

What are you going to do 

  • Lead the administration and management of EPC and construction contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Provide contractual advice to project teams, ensuring compliance with contract terms, commercial obligations, and company policies.
  • Review, negotiate, and administer contracts, amendments, variations, and claims.
  • Manage contractual correspondence and maintain accurate contract documentation.
  • Support contract risk assessment, dispute avoidance, and commercial negotiations.
  • Coordinate with project management, procurement, engineering, legal, and commercial teams to resolve contractual matters.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders, including Mainland China contractors.
  • Monitor contractor performance and ensure contractual deliverables are achieved.
  • Prepare contract reports and provide commercial recommendations to senior management.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Bachelor's degree in Law, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in contract management, commercial management, or procurement within EPC, construction, industrial, mining, energy, or infrastructure projects.
  • Strong experience administering FIDIC-based EPC contracts or other international standard forms of contract.
  • Previous experience working with Chinese EPC contractors or multinational project environments is highly preferred.
  • Excellent understanding of contract administration, claims management, and commercial risk management.
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural project environment.

  • Fluent Mandarin (spoken and written) is mandatory.
  • Professional proficiency in English.

What we offer

  • Global Network and Professional Community: As part of the Brunel family, you will join a vast network of professionals and experts across industries, fostering connections that help you thrive in your career.
  • Commitment to Safety and Excellence: We prioritize safety and operational excellence. In this role, you will play a key part in upholding our safety standards, working closely with the team to ensure a hazard-free and efficient operation.
  • Competitive Salary Package: A highly competitive salary that reflects your experience and skills, designed to motivate and reward top-tier talent like yourself.

Closing: 09 August 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-283961

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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