Assistant Project Manager (Industrial & Science) - Penang

Turner & Townsend; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Project Coordinator to assist in managing project delivery and maintain project documentation. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in project management or a related field and at least 3 years of experience.

You will track project progress, prepare reports, and liaise with various stakeholders to support effective project management. Proficiency in project management software like MS Project and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' relevant experience in project management or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of project management tools and methodologies.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering project management services throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track project progress and prepare updates and reports.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management principles

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in MS Project

Data collection and analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in project management, Construction Management, Engineering or related field

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Project Support & Coordination

• Assist in the delivery of project management services throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct background research, data collection, and benchmarking to support decision‑making.
• Establish and maintain effective project documentation and reporting systems.
• Support the development and updating of detailed project plans and schedules.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Track project progress and performance indicators; prepare updates and reports.
• Manage change control processes and maintain accurate change logs.
• Draft formal progress reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Attend project meetings and produce accurate and timely meeting minutes.
• Support communication flow between internal and external teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in project management or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, tools, and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) is a plus.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.