Assistant Project Manager (6 months contract)

Cushman & Wakefield; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global real estate firm is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for a 6-month contract in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves overseeing high-value construction projects from inception to completion, managing budgets, risks, and ensuring stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate should have a degree in a related field, minimum 2 years of relevant experience, and recognized project management qualifications. Proficiency in relevant software is essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in construction or mission critical projects.
• Proven track record of delivering successful construction projects.
• Achieved recognized qualifications (e.g., RICS, PMP).

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction projects from inception to completion.
• Develop and manage project budgets and schedules.
• Monitor project performance and manage risks.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

Degree in Project Management or related field

Tools

Project Management software (e.g., Microsoft Project)

Primavera

Procore

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Project Manager (6 months contract)

Job Description Summary

We are looking for a dynamic Project Manager with a proven track record of successfully delivering high profile, high value and mission critical major projects. This position will oversee and direct construction projects from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

Scope Management

• Provide governance and functional support to the project team.
• Define project scope, clearly outline project objectives, deliverables, and key milestones.

Planning/Scheduling

• Interface with project delivery team members with regard to schedule status.
• Ensure schedule is aligned to contractual timings where applicable.
• Ensure schedules are rigorous in terms of their practical construct.

Procurement Management

• Provide functional support to the project to enable the appropriate delivery of the procurement process.
• Leverage the procurement process and learnings across the project team to provide increased effectiveness on individual projects.

Budget Management

• Develop detailed budgets with consultant teams and create a comprehensive budget that includes all potential costs, such as labor, materials, and overheads.
• Resource allocation, assign resources efficiently to ensure optimal use of time and budget.
• Regular Financial Reviews, conduct periodic financial reviews to compare actual spending against the budget.

Project Control & Risk Management

• Monitor and review project performance at a high level by regular review of the defining project control metrics of progress and performance management, schedule status against planned, productivity factors and budget performance.
• Monthly review of project progress, financial performance and risk management.
• Provide support to the project in terms of project controls resources, including personnel, systems and hardware.
• View a reduction in tender/ forecast margin as a loss and an improvement on budgeted margin a success.
• Review the mandated reports and investigate any irregularities.
• Identify potential financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Set aside a contingency budget to handle unexpected expenses.
• Provide functional risk support to the projects to enable the appropriate delivery of the risk management process.
• Review Project Risk Registers to ensure analysis is fully complete and adequate on all projects delivered.

Stakeholder Management, Communication & Document Control

• Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders regarding project financial status.
• Negotiate with vendors and suppliers for better rates and terms.
• Build strong relationship with clients and customers both internal and external .
• Assess the effectiveness of the project team’s communications outcomes with the critical project stakeholders.

Performance Management

• Monitor the performance of the project team to ensure productivity and efficiency.
• Invest in training for the project team to improve skills and efficiency.

Contract Management

• Prepare, review and obtain agreements to enter into contract with clients and supply chain.
• Thoroughly review contracts to ensure they are financially favorable and terms are clear.
• Verify evidence of compliance with contract terms for extension of time and variations.
• Manage change orders efficiently to avoid scope creep and additional costs.

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare regular financial reports for stakeholders to keep them informed of the project’s financial health.
• Maintain detailed documentation of all financial transactions and decisions.
• Check to ensure the Cushman & Wakefield Project Management Methodology (PMM) is being followed.

Quality Management

• Implement quality assurance processes to avoid costly rework.
• Ensure client satisfaction to avoid penalties and enhance the possibility of future projects.
• Lead all activities and provide functional support on projects to enable the appropriate delivery of quality outcomes. Leverage quality learnings from individual projects across all projects.

Project Closure

• Conduct a final review of the project’s financial performance.
• Document lessons learned regarding financial management for future projects.

Requirements

• Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Architecture & Interior Design, Civil Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical engineering
• 2 years construction, development, and mission critical industry experience.
• Proven track record of successful fit out and construction project delivery.
• Achieved industry recognized professional qualification, such as RICS, COIB, AIPM (CPPD), PMP, MSP, ICE or similar.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Project, Primavera, Procore) and other relevant tools

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”