Assistant Manager / Senior Executive - Projects Planning & Management

COURTS MALAYSIA; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known retail company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage retail store development projects. You will oversee the project lifecycle from planning to execution, ensuring timely completion and quality standards. Ideal candidates should have a degree in relevant fields, with 3–7 years of project management experience in retail. Proficiency in AutoCAD is a plus. This role requires strong communication and cost management skills.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in retail fit-out, store development, or construction project management.
• Strong project coordination, cost management, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle: site assessment, planning, design coordination, fit‑out works, and handover.
• Prepare project schedules, budgets, quotations, and cost analyses.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and quality completion.
• Manage procurement, tendering, and vendor performance.
• Oversee regulatory approvals, mall/landlord submissions, and compliance.

Skills

Project coordination

Cost management

Stakeholder communication

AutoCAD/design tools proficiency

Education

Diploma/Degree in Architecture/Interior Design/Engineering/Project Management

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven professional to manage end-to-end retail store development projects—including new stores, renovations, relocations, and major maintenance works. The role focuses primarily on project planning, execution, vendor coordination, budgeting, and quality assurance, with drawing and design review as a supporting responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle: site assessment, planning, design coordination, fit‑out works, and handover.
• Prepare project schedules, budgets, quotations, and cost analyses.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and quality completion.
• Manage procurement, tendering, and vendor performance.
• Oversee regulatory approvals, mall/landlord submissions, and compliance.
• Supervise store maintenance, repairs, and refurbishment activities.
• Review store layouts, technical drawings, and material specifications as part of project support.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, or Project Management.
• 3–7 years of experience in retail fit‑out, store development, or construction project management.
• Strong project coordination, cost management, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Basic proficiency in AutoCAD/design tools for reviewing drawings is a plus.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines.