Design & Project Management, Senior Executive

TGV Cinemas Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

TGV Cinemas Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced professional to lead design management and project delivery for interiors and retail fit-outs within cinema and retail environments.

You will evaluate proposals, drive lifecycle costing, and coordinate a multidisciplinary team to deliver projects on time and within budget, from concept through completion. A degree in a relevant field and at least five years in interiors with strong financial modeling and presentation skills are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field as listed.
• Minimum five years in interior design and fit-out processes.
• Proven project management experience in interiors and retail fit-outs.
• Ability to assess design proposals for cost optimization and value.
• Understanding of materials, specifications and lifecycle costs.
• Ability to interpret financial and feasibility models.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and guide design proposals to align with market needs, brand, and cost-value balance.
• Apply lifecycle costing and material knowledge to optimize value while maintaining quality.
• Manage sites and deliver projects on time, within budget, and to standards.
• Liaise with landlords, authorities, consultants, contractors and suppliers.
• Oversee logistics, troubleshoot on-site challenges, and ensure readiness.
• Assess project feasibility via financial models and profitability studies.
• Support business development with feasibility studies for renewals and acquisitions.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams from concept to completion and secure approvals.

Skills

Design management

Project management

Cost optimization

Financial modeling

PowerPoint

CAD

Adobe Suite

Communication

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical & Engineering, Real Estate, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Building Science, Construction Management, or equivalent

Tools

CAD

Adobe Suite

PowerPoint

Job description

This role combines design management and project management, requiring strong business acumen and the ability to manage both the creative and execution stages. The position involves steering design proposals during pre-tender stages, then transitioning into hands-on project delivery at site level. A strong understanding of interior design, retail environments, placemaking, and material lifecycle costs will be essential for success.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate and guide design proposals from consultants to ensure alignment with market needs, brand positioning, and cost-value balance.
• Apply lifecycle costing and material knowledge to optimize value without compromising quality.
• Manage sites and deliver projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with design and quality standards.
• Liaise effectively with landlords, authorities, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Oversee logistics, troubleshoot on-site challenges, and ensure operational readiness.
• Assess project feasibility through financial models, yield analysis, and profitability studies.
• Support business development with feasibility studies for rental renewals and new acquisition proposals.
• Lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary team of consultants, ensuring effective collaboration from concept to completion.
• Prepare and present proposals, decks, and recommendations to secure internal approvals.
• Drive placemaking initiatives that enhance customer engagement and business footfall.

About you

• A Degree in Mechanical & Engineering, Real Estate, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Building Science, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of solid working experience in interior design and fit-out processes (retail fit-out experience is a strong advantage).
• Proven project management experience, especially in interiors and retail fit-outs.
• Strong ability to assess design proposals, with a focus on cost optimization and value management.
• Understanding of materials, specifications, and lifecycle costs.
• Ability to interpret and apply financial and feasibility models at a high level.
• Proficient in PowerPoint, basic CAD, and Adobe Suite.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence decision-making.