Assistant Project Manager

ASIAWELL CONSTRUCTION SDN. BHD.; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

ASIAWELL CONSTRUCTION SDN. BHD. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support planning, scheduling, budgeting, and ensuring timely delivery across high-rise, residential, and commercial sites in Malaysia.

You will coordinate project teams, contractors, consultants, and suppliers, monitor progress, safety, and regulatory compliance, and help prepare progress reports and site documentation. Ideal candidates hold a Diploma or degree in civil engineering or related field, with 3–6 years of

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building, or a related field
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in construction or project management
• Proven experience in assisting or managing construction projects from commencement to completion
• Hands-on experience in core functions such as technical coordination, quantity surveying/cost control, site operations, or project planning

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in planning, managing, and executing construction projects from commencement to completion
• Monitor daily site progress, workmanship, quality, safety, and compliance with drawings and specifications
• Identify potential project risks, delays, and site constraints; implement corrective actions
• Communicate with clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, authorities, and senior management
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian laws, regulations, and contract requirements
• Monitor project costs, variations, and resource utilisation
• Attend site meetings and assist in preparing progress reports and site documentation
• Troubleshoot construction issues and ensure timely follow-up
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to the project team
• Promote safety, quality, and continuous improvement on site
• Willing to travel to project sites as required

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering/Construction Management/Building

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

Assist the Project Manager in planning, managing, and executing construction projects from commencement to completion. Develop and monitor project plans, construction schedules, budgets, and key milestones. Coordinate and lead project teams, contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure timely and quality project delivery.

Key responsibilities

Monitor daily site progress, workmanship, quality, safety, and compliance with approved drawings and specifications

Identify potential project risks, delays, technical issues, and site constraints, and implement appropriate corrective and preventive actions

Communicate and coordinate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, authorities, and senior management

Ensure all construction activities comply with relevant Malaysian laws, regulations, contract requirements, approved plans, and industry standards

Monitor project costs, progress claims, variations, materials, manpower, and resource utilisation

Attend site meetings and assist in preparing progress reports, meeting minutes, site reports, and other project documentation

Troubleshoot construction and technical issues and ensure timely follow-up and resolution

Provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to the project team to achieve project objectives

Promote a strong culture of accountability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement on site

About you

Minimum Diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building, or a related field; Bachelor's Degree is preferred

3-6 years of relevant experience in construction or project management, preferably in high-rise, residential, condominium, or commercial projects

Proven experience in assisting or managing construction projects from commencement to completion

Hands-on experience in at least two core functions, such as technical coordination, quantity surveying/cost control, site operations, or project planning

Strong understanding of construction processes, project scheduling, cost control, quality management, and site coordination

Good knowledge of relevant Malaysian construction, engineering, occupational safety, and regulatory requirements

Excellent leadership, team coordination, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with different levels of stakeholders

Analytical, proactive, and able to identify project risks and resolve site issues effectively

Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of AutoCAD, MS Project, or other project management software is an advantage

CIDB Green Card and relevant safety certifications will be an added advantage

Able to work independently, under pressure, and meet project deadlines

Willing to travel to and work at project sites as required

Required languages: Bahasa Melayu, English, and Mandarin, with the ability to communicate effectively with Mandarin-speaking clients and stakeholders