Contruction Planner (Penang-Based)

Eastern Suntech Engineering & Construction Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Malaysia is seeking a Project Manager to oversee project teams and manage contract progression. You will supervise Quantity Surveyors, review contract documents, and ensure projects run on time and within budget. The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of experience in the construction field, strong command of English and Bahasa Malaysia, and excellent communication skills. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying and be self-motivated with a results-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in construction or related field.
• Detailed understanding of procurement and contract management.
• Ability to develop and deliver training related to purchasing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Quantity Surveyor and Contract Executive.
• Review and validate contract documents and cost control.
• Coordinate work activity and project timelines.

Skills

Strong command of English

Strong command of Bahasa Malaysia

Good organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Self-motivated and results-oriented

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Job description

Eastern Suntech Engineering & Construction Sdn Bhd – Penang

3mo ago , from Eastern Suntech Engineering & Construction Sdn Bhd

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Project Director and working along with a young and energetic team of management.

About The Job

• Supervise Quantity Surveyor and Contract Executive.
• Review main contract and sub-contract documents including Bill of Quantities, specifications and etc. for tenders.
• Provide guidance on and/or lead negotiation of prices and contracts.
• Confer with and advise management of critical issues and provide suggested solutions related to procurement and contract management.
• Develop, implement, and deliver procurement training and other communications related to purchasing regulations and procedures.
• Prepare monthly valuations, estimates, and cost control.
• Coordinate detailed work activity and project timelines.
• Check, validate, and recommend contractor’s interim progress payment, variations, contractual disputes, and final account for main contracts and sub-contracts.
• Process consultant’s fee claims; validate site valuation and measurements and attend site meetings.
• Manage and monitor contract progression and updates.
• Pre-qualify and short list contractors and sub-contractors for tender.
• Research and development new construction methods and materials.
• Handle commercial awareness and monitor project budget.
• Review tendering, evaluation, analysis and tender reports.
• Plan, organize and manage site project teams and subcontractors.
• Liaise with clients, architects, main contractors, consultants, and subcontractors to achieve seamless integration with the other works.
• Attend meetings, both internal and external to review planning, progress, problems, costs, variations.
• Prepare of instructions, reports and other contract documentation.
• Specific responsibility as outlined accordance company procedure’s ISO 9001:2015.
• Other duties as requested by immediate superior.

Skills And Experience Required

• Candidates must possess at least aBachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years and above experience in construction or others related field.
• Understanding of financial aspects of running a project on time and on budget.
• Strong command of English, Bahasa Malaysia with excellent communication and writing skills,
• Self-motivated and results oriented with high level of integrity and professionalism.
• Good organizational, communication and relationship building skills, resourceful, result-oriented, customer-centric with the ability to multi-task.
• A flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and diligence.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Ability to take initiative in response to direction or instruction.
• Team player, resourceful, result-oriented, analytical and computer literate.
• Willing to travel to outstation for site visit.