Deputy Chief Executive Officer

Confidential; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Malaysia seeks an experienced Deputy Chief Executive Officer to provide strategic leadership and oversee operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of senior leadership experience in the construction or manufacturing sectors. Responsibilities include supporting the CEO, managing cross-functional teams, and driving business development and financial performance. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with an MBA preferred. This role requires strong strategic thinking and operational leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of senior leadership experience in related industries.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale operations and multi-functional teams.
• Experience overseeing full P&L and enterprise-wide operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the CEO in formulating the company’s overall corporate strategy.
• Provide oversight of precast manufacturing operations including production and quality.
• Oversee sales, marketing, and business development strategies.
• Work closely with Finance on budgeting and capital expenditure management.
• Lead, mentor, and develop senior management across the organization.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Operational leadership

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Financial literacy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or related field

Master’s Degree (MBA or equivalent)

Job description

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Deputy CEO) is responsible for providing overall leadership and strategic direction to the organisation, overseeing end-to-end business operations, and supporting the CEO in driving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation.

This role serves as the second-in-command to the CEO and acts as the CEO’s delegate when required. The Deputy CEO will lead cross-functional teams across manufacturing, operations, commercial, finance, and corporate functions, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Corporate Management

• Support the CEO and Board in formulating and executing the company’s overall corporate strategy and business plans.
• Translate strategic goals into actionable operational and financial plans across all business units.
• Act as a key decision-maker in driving growth, expansion, and operational transformation initiatives.
• Represent the organisation in strategic engagements with key stakeholders, partners, and regulators when required.

Overall Operations & Manufacturing Oversight

• Provide overall leadership and oversight of precast manufacturing operations, including production planning, capacity optimisation, quality control, safety, and cost efficiency.
• Ensure operational excellence across plants, logistics, supply chain, and project delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, margins, and operational resilience.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and ESG practices.

Commercial & Business Development

• Oversee sales, marketing, and business development strategies to strengthen market position and revenue growth.
• Support tendering, pricing, and contract negotiations for major projects.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, contractors, consultants, and government agencies.

Financial & Governance Oversight

• Work closely with Finance to oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and capital expenditure.
• Ensure strong corporate governance, internal controls, and risk management frameworks.
• Support the CEO in Board reporting, performance monitoring, and strategic reviews.

People & Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop senior management and key talent across the organisation.
• Foster a high-performance, accountable, and safety-driven culture.
• Ensure succession planning and leadership continuity across critical functions.

Key Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or related field.
• Master’s Degree (MBA or equivalent) is highly advantageous.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of senior leadership experience, preferably within the precast concrete, construction materials, manufacturing, or construction-related industries.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale operations and multi-functional teams.
• Experience overseeing full P&L and enterprise-wide operations.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong strategic thinking with hands-on operational leadership capability.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing, project-based businesses, and cost structures.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• High level of commercial acumen and financial literacy.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Personal Attributes

• Decisive, resilient, and results-driven leader
• High integrity and strong governance mindset
• Collaborative, with the ability to influence at Board and senior management level
• Adaptable and forward-looking, with strong execution discipline