Assistant Project Manager

HireHub; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Johor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee data center construction projects. Responsible for managing project lifecycles, including approval, construction, and handover, the ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, preferably in data center projects. Strong knowledge of M&E systems and proficiency in tools like AutoCAD and Primavera P6 are required. Excellent communication skills are essential for coordinating with various stakeholders and ensuring project success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Project Manager, ideally in data center projects.
• Familiar with design and construction processes of M&E systems.
• Strong communication skills and multilingual capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects from approval to completion.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Prepare project management plans and oversee quality and costs.

Skills

Project management

M&E systems knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma or above in Electrical Engineering, HVAC, Project Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Primavera P6

Job description

Company Background

A leading manufacturer of prefabricated modular data center solutions, specialize in the data center and power systems industry. With R&D facilities in Shanghai and high‑end manufacturing plants in Shanghai and Malaysia, it delivers innovative solutions for hyperscale data center projects globally.

Job Responsibilities

Comply with relevant national and regional policies, laws, and regulations, as well as company rules and procedures. Proactively safeguard the company's image and employees rights to ensure all assigned targets and objectives are fully achieved.

Take full control of construction projects from government approval to completion, acceptance, and handover managing the entire project lifecycle. Prepare project management plans and oversee all aspects including quality, progress, cost, safety, changes, and risk control. Coordinate with all stakeholders in a timely manner to ensure smooth project implementation.

Participate in construction progress meetings with contractors and PMC teams, steer discussions effectively, make accurate judgments, and guide the optimization of project timelines.

Responsible for project completion and acceptance; coordinate and manage the design, construction, commissioning, acceptance, and handover of M&E (mechanical and electrical) systems to ensure timely and high‑quality project delivery.

Organize and manage manpower, finances, and materials at the construction site; coordinate relationships among subcontractors and promptly resolve issues encountered during construction.

Maintain good coordination with internal departments and actively cooperate with government inspections and functional departments project assessments.

Report any safety or quality incidents during construction to company management promptly and work with relevant departments to handle them appropriately.

During the acceptance and handover phase, inspect project completion status and handover documentation, provide acceptance plans, organize acceptance activities, review completion records, assist in audits and handover procedures, and coordinate project settlement with related departments.

Upon project completion, prepare a project summary report, identify improvement areas, and document key lessons learned to support continuous improvement for future projects.

Job Requirements

Diploma or above in Electrical Engineering, HVAC, Project Management, or related fields (or equivalent qualification recognized in Malaysia).

Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Project Manager; experience in data center projects is an added advantage.

Familiar with the design and construction processes of M&E systems such as power supply, lighting, water supply and drainage, ventilation, and air‑conditioning systems. Proficient in tools such as AutoCAD, Primavera P6, etc.

Experienced in M&E project management, well‑versed in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, change management, and risk control.

Responsible, hardworking, and resilient with strong communication skills; able to communicate fluently in multiple languages and willing to follow management instructions.