Chief Executive Officer (ABM Wilayah Sabah)

CIDB Holdings Sdn Bhd; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training center in Kota Kinabalu is looking for a Chief Executive Officer to lead their operations and drive strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s preferred, along with over 15 years of experience in management, especially in the construction industry. Key responsibilities include directing the company’s strategies, developing training programs, and managing finances. Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills are essential. This is a contract position with potential for a permanent role.

Qualifications

• Over 15 years of work experience, including a minimum of 7 years in management.
• Proven ability to manage and build positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel and work longer hours.

Responsibilities

• Direct the company according to the vision from the Board of Directors.
• Develop vision and strategic plan for the ABM Region.
• Act as advisor to the Board on ABM activities.
• Manage financial and operational plans effectively.

Skills

Human capital development

Project management techniques

Quality assurance

Leadership characteristics

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Computer skills

Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Akademi Binaan Malaysia (Sabah) Sdn Bhd (ABM Wilayah Sabah) is a CIDB Malaysia assessment and training centre focused on equipping construction personnel with appropriate competencies according to industry standards.

Job Title

Chief Executive Officer (ABM Wilayah Sabah)

Location

Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.

Responsibilities

• Direct the company in keeping with the vision outlined by the Board of Directors.
• Develop the vision and strategic plan of the ABM Region under his/her leadership.
• Act as a professional advisor to the Board of Directors on all aspects of ABM activities.
• Serve as spokesperson for ABM and represent the organisation domestically and internationally to enhance its image.
• Operations planning and management: develop operational plans with goals and performance targets, ensure operational effectiveness, and draft policies and procedures for board approval.
• Program planning and management: plan, implement and evaluate training programmes and services, ensuring they support the mission and current priorities.
• Human resource planning and management: identify HR needs, recruit, interview and select key management staff, implement training and development plans, and conduct ongoing performance management and annual appraisals.
• Financial planning and management: prepare comprehensive budgets, approve expenditures within delegated authority, manage finances per the approved budget, and prepare income and expenditure reports for the CEO of CIDB Holdings and the board.
• Community relations & advocacy: establish strategic relationships and collaborations with community groups, government agencies and other organisations to achieve ABM’s goals.

Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification is preferred.
• Over 15 years of work experience, including a minimum of 7 years in management.
• Knowledge of human capital development, project management techniques, quality assurance, training and development.
• Relevant experience in the construction industry.
• Demonstrated effective leadership characteristics and behaviours.
• Positive working attitude, strong sense of integrity, result‑oriented and capable of working under tight deadlines.
• Good command of written and spoken Bahasa Malaysia and English.
• Good presentation and communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels.
• Willingness to work longer hours, in a fast‑paced environment and travel as required.
• Ability to manage and build positive relationships with stakeholders and influence industry leaders effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, analytical and decision‑making skills.
• Proven verbal communication skills for engaging diverse audiences and presenting to the Board of Directors.
• Capability to manage and monitor multiple projects in line with strategy and proven project‑management skills.
• Proficient computer skills in word processing, financial management, electronic mail and the Internet.
• Willingness to be based in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
• Own transport with a valid driving licence and willingness to travel.

Contract

This is a contract‑based position for 2 years, with consideration for absorption into a permanent role if suitable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive resume, certified copies of relevant certificates, expected salary and a passport‑size photograph (no reference number) to the following address no later than 12 December 2025:

Level 26, CIDB 520, The MET Corporate Towers

Please state the position applied for at the top left corner of the envelope. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.