Senior Project Manager

Job Title: Senior Project Manager (Construction)
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (with frequent travel to project sites)
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Company
Our client is a reputable construction consultancy company in Malaysia, delivering building and infrastructure projects for both private and public sector clients. They are looking for a hands-on Senior Project Manager with strong site execution experience to lead projects from planning through to completion.

Role Purpose

To take full ownership of construction projects, with a strong focus on execution, site coordination, safety, quality, cost, and timelines. This is a senior, site-driven role for someone who is comfortable being on the ground, solving problems, and driving the team to deliver.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Mobilisation

• Lead the overall project planning, including work programme, resourcing, method statements, and site setup.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and identify construction risks or constraints early.
• Coordinate with consultants, clients, and internal teams before and during mobilisation.

2. Site Execution & Progress Management

• Oversee day-to-day site operations to ensure work is carried out according to drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Monitor progress against the master programme and implement corrective actions to recover delays.
• Conduct regular site coordination meetings with site staff, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Resolve site issues promptly, including technical queries, clashes, and construction sequence problems.

3. Cost, Contract & Commercial Support

• Work closely with the contract/QS team on budgets, VO claims, progress claims, and cost control.
• Monitor material usage, wastage, and labour productivity to keep the project within budget.
• Assist in evaluating subcontractor performance, claims, and variations related to site conditions.

4. Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all works comply with quality standards, specifications, and relevant codes.
• Enforce safety standards and procedures on site in line with company and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with Safety & Health Officer on site inspections, toolbox meetings, and corrective actions.
• Ensure regulatory and authority requirements (e.g. local council, utilities, CIDB, DOSH) are met.

5. Stakeholder & Client Management

• Act as the main point of contact for the client and consultants on project and site matters.
• Manage expectations, provide clear updates, and build strong working relationships.
• Prepare and present regular progress reports, highlighting risks, issues, and proposed solutions.

6. Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and mentor project engineers, site supervisors, and other site staff.
• Allocate tasks clearly, set performance expectations, and ensure accountability.
• Promote a culture of discipline, teamwork, and problem-solving on site.

7. Handover & Project Close-Out

• Oversee testing and commissioning, defect rectification, and final inspections.
• Ensure proper documentation, as-built drawings, O&M manuals, and handover requirements are completed.
• Lead project close-out review to capture lessons learned and improvement areas.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

• Minimum 8-15 years experience in construction, with at least 5 years in a Project Manager/Senior Project Manager role.
• Proven track record delivering medium to large building and/or infrastructure projects in Malaysia.
• Strong on-site execution experience, comfortable spending significant time on site.
• Good understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and site logistics.
• Familiar with Malaysian construction standards, local authority requirements, and statutory regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Able to work under pressure, handle site issues calmly, and drive solutions.

• Willing to travel and work at project sites as required.

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on, execution-focused, and decisive.

• Structured, disciplined, and strong in follow-through.

• Practical problem-solver with a sense of urgency and ownership.

• Able to lead by example and command respect on site.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with seniority and experience.

• Opportunity to lead key projects and build a strong project portfolio.

• Stable company with ongoing pipeline of construction projects.

• Supportive management and a performance-driven environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their detailed resume, including project list, current and expected salary, and notice period to kreynold@gabrielhunters.com.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.