Chief Executive Officer

Agensi Pekerjaan Joint Resources Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead strategic initiatives for construction projects across South East Asia. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of senior leadership experience in the construction sector, a proven record of managing large-scale projects, and the ability to foster high-performing teams. This role offers the chance to drive innovation and operational excellence in a dynamic environment. Interested leaders are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15+ years of senior leadership experience in construction.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale projects for commercial and residential buildings.
• Hands-on experience with EPC and MEP projects is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement long-term strategies aligned with industry trends.
• Lead project delivery and ensure quality and safety across construction sites.
• Oversee financial functions including budgeting and cost control.
• Ensure compliance with construction regulations and corporate governance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Team leadership

Job description

About the role
We are seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer to lead and drive the strategic vision of our client who will be operating Construction Projects across South East Asia region. As a CEO, you will be responsible for setting the overall direction and objectives of the company, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering a high-performing and innovative culture.

Our client is a Bumiputera company that provides comprehensive advisory and consulting services. They are diversifiediwinto 10 business lines and operate large‑scale projects.

What you'll be doing

Strategic Leadership: Define and implement long‑term strategies aligned with industry trends, client demands, and construction best practices.

Operational Oversight: Lead project delivery, resource planning, and productivity across multiple construction sites, ensuring quality, safety, and schedule adherence.

Financial Management: Oversee all financial functions including budgeting, cost control, tendering, and commercial performance to ensure profitability and growth.

Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure adherence to construction regulations, health and safety standards (e.g., OSHA, local building codes), and corporate governance policies.

Client & Stakeholder Relations: Represent the company with clients, investors, contractors, and regulatory bodies, ensuring high standards of communication and service delivery.

Identify new business opportunities and market trends, and position the company to capitalise on them.

Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.

What we're looking for

Minimum of 15+ years of senior leadership experience, preferably in the construction industry.

Proven track record of delivering large‑scale projects for commercial and residential buildings/sites[f].

Exceptional strategic thinking and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to develop and execute effective business plans.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Hands‑on experience dealing with EPC and MEP projects is mandatory.

Strong financial acumen and experience in managing budgets and resources effectively.

Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a high‑performing team.

About us
Agensi Pekerjaan Joint Resources Sdn Bhd is a leading provider of recruitment and human resources services in Malaysia. We have a proven track record of delivering high‑quality talent solutions to a diverse range of clients, fromValidator small businesses to multinational corporations. Our mission is to be officiële partner of choice for organisations seeking to build and retain exceptional teams, and we are committed to driving innovation and excellence in the industry.

If you are an experienced, visionary leader who is passionate about working on large‑scale construction projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application now.

Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have as a chief executive officer?
• Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for budget management & forecasting?