Construction Manager

Radical Internetwork Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Radical Internetwork Sdn Bhd is seeking a Construction Manager in Penang, Malaysia to oversee daily construction operations. You will lead site teams, coordinate with clients and subcontractors, plan activities, monitor progress, manage resources, and ensure safety, quality and schedule adherence across multiple project sites.

The role requires a Bachelor's/Diploma in a related field, 5+ years of experience, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or other related disciplines.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in construction or project management.
• Proven experience in managing construction site operations, project teams, subcontractors and project resources.
• Experience in IT Infrastructure, Data Centre, ELV, ICT Infrastructure or M&E projects will be an added advantage.
• Strong leadership, project planning, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of construction drawings, project documentation and site execution processes.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with clients, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Willing to travel and work at different project sites when required.

Responsibilities

• Attend and lead site coordination meetings with clients, contractors and relevant project stakeholders.
• Liaise with project stakeholders on project requirements, technical matters, project details and deliverables.
• Plan, coordinate and implement project activities at least one week in advance to ensure smooth project execution.
• Coordinate and manage project tasks, milestones and deliverables in accordance with the approved project schedule.
• Lead and monitor daily construction activities to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Track and report overall project progress on a weekly basis.
• Lead and supervise Site Supervisors, Technicians, general workers and subcontractors in executing daily project activities.
• Provide clear work instructions and ensure all site personnel perform their duties according to project specifications and requirements.
• Monitor workforce performance, productivity and resource allocation.
• Update the Workers Skills Matrix monthly, where applicable.
• Ensure proper coordination between site teams, subcontractors and other project departments.
• Monitor, update and manage site equipment and material inventory (MRF/PRF handling as needed).
• Obtain quotations for project materials and equipment when required.
• Monitor material and equipment usage to minimise wastage and ensure efficient utilisation.
• Plan and update the Project Resource Management Plan on a weekly basis.
• Ensure manpower, materials, tools and equipment are adequately allocated to support project requirements.
• Identify, monitor and resolve site issues to minimise delays and disruptions to project execution.
• Record, track and update all site issues in the Project Issue Tracker.
• Identify potential project risks and update the Risk Log accordingly.
• Monitor project progress against approved timelines, specifications and deliverables.
• Implement corrective actions and escalate critical project issues to the Project Manager when necessary.
• Ensure all project activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, quality requirements and site safety procedures.
• Coordinate and arrange project meetings with clients, contractors and internal teams.
• Ensure Shop Drawings and other relevant project documentation are properly updated.
• Maintain accurate project records, progress reports, resource plans and site documentation.
• Ensure timely submission of project updates and other required reports to Management.

Skills

Leadership

Project planning

Coordination

Problem-solving

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Civil/Electrical Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

The Construction Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing daily construction project operations, ensuring projects are delivered according to the approved schedule, budget, quality standards and safety requirements. This role involves leading site teams, coordinating with clients, contractors and project stakeholders, managing project resources, and ensuring smooth execution of all construction activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Project Planning & Coordination

Attend and lead site coordination meetings with clients, contractors and relevant project stakeholders.

Liaise with project stakeholders on project requirements, technical matters, project details and deliverables.

Plan, coordinate and implement project activities at least one week in advance to ensure smooth project execution.

Coordinate and manage project tasks, milestones and deliverables in accordance with the approved project schedule.

Lead and monitor daily construction activities to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.

Track and report overall project progress on a weekly basis.

2. Site & Team Management

Lead and supervise Site Supervisors, Technicians, general workers and subcontractors in executing daily project activities.

Provide clear work instructions and ensure all site personnel perform their duties according to project specifications and requirements.

Monitor workforce performance, productivity and resource allocation.

Update the Workers Skills Matrix monthly, where applicable.

Ensure proper coordination between site teams, subcontractors and other project departments.

3. Material, Equipment & Resource Management

Manage, monitor and maintain site equipment and material inventory.

Prepare, manage and follow up on Material Request Forms (MRF) and Purchase Request Forms (PRF) at least one week in advance to ensure material availability for upcoming project activities.

Obtain quotations for project materials and equipment when required.

Monitor material and equipment usage to minimise wastage and ensure efficient utilisation.

Plan and update the Project Resource Management Plan on a weekly basis.

Ensure manpower, materials, tools and equipment are adequately allocated to support project requirements.

4. Project Monitoring & Issue Management

Identify, monitor and resolve site issues to minimise delays and disruptions to project execution.

Record, track and update all site issues in the Project Issue Tracker.

Identify potential project risks and update the Risk Log accordingly.

Monitor project progress against approved timelines, specifications and deliverables.

Implement corrective actions and elevate critical project issues to the Project Manager or Management when necessary.

Ensure all project activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, quality requirements and site safety procedures.

5. Documentation & Administrative Management

Coordinate and arrange project meetings with clients, contractors and internal teams.

Ensure Shop Drawings and other relevant project documentation are properly updated.

Maintain accurate project records, progress reports, resource plans and site documentation.

Ensure timely submission of project updates and other required reports to Management.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or other related disciplines.

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in construction or project management.

Proven experience in managing construction site operations, project teams, subcontractors and project resources.

Experience in IT Infrastructure, Data Centre, ELV, ICT Infrastructure or M&E projects will be an added advantage.

Strong leadership, project planning, coordination and problem-solving skills.

Good understanding of construction drawings, project documentation and site execution processes.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.

Good communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with clients, contractors and internal stakeholders.

Willing to travel and work at different project sites when required.

APPLICATION QUESTIONS

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a construction manager?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

WHO WE ARE

From humble origins, RISB is the collaborative creation of three professionals in the field of ICT infrastructure. Since our inception in 2010, we have always been ahead of the curve, constantly innovating and enhancing our skills to stay on top of the market. Originally specializing in ICT network infrastructure design and build, we have evolved into an Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) company to elevate our services.

Now an EPC company, we are heavily involved in delivering high quality and cost effective end-to-end engineering and ICT infrastructure services. We take pride in offering only the best outcomes - solutions that reflect our hard work & professionalism.