Development Project Manager

Sunway Malls; Selangor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail development company in Malaysia is seeking a Development Management professional to oversee retail projects. Responsibilities include coordinating internal teams and external contractors, managing projects from feasibility to handover, and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and 6–7 years of experience, particularly in retail development. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–7 years of relevant experience in property development.
• Prior experience in retail mall development or design management is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with feasibility studies and due diligence in property development is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Act as the liaison for retail project design and coordination.
• Manage projects from feasibility study to handover.
• Monitor construction progress and manage costs.

Skills

Project Management

Coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical), Construction Management, Project Management/ Business Administration/Commerce or equivalent

Job description

The Development Management role is responsible for coordinating, planning, and overseeing the design and execution of retail development projects, while ensuring alignment with Sunway Malls’ standards, stakeholder requirements, and statutory compliance. This position serves as the key liaison between internal teams, external consultants, contractors, and tenants throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

1. Act as the Development Management liaison for retail project design, planning, and coordination between internal stakeholders, external consultants, contractors, and tenants.
2. Organize, chair, and participate in technical discussions, meetings, and workshops; ensure all action items are accurately documented, tracked, and resolved promptly during development and construction stages.
3. Manage assigned projects from feasibility study, conception, design, and construction through to joint inspections and handover to the client’s representative and operations team.
4. Contribute to the enhancement of internal processes, including preparation of design briefs, standards, design guides, and quality management for retail developments.
5. Monitor and track construction progress, variation orders, and cost implications, ensuring effective cost management throughout the project cycle.
6. Ensure all works comply with Sunway Malls’ standards, project specifications, and statutory requirements.
7. Facilitate effective communication, coordination, and problem-solving among internal teams, consultants, and contractors to resolve project challenges.
8. Collaborate with Retail Planning, Leasing, and Design Fit-Out teams to ensure tenant layouts, placement, and requirements are fully integrated during project planning.
9. Work closely with Operations and Carpark teams to ensure retail development designs incorporate operational requirements, including M&E, security, maintenance, housekeeping, and parking.
10. Support mall acquisition and merger initiatives by assisting in financial feasibility assessments, due diligence processes, and reporting of key findings.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical), Construction Management, Project Management/ Business Administration/ Commerce or equivalent.
• Minimum 6–7 years of relevant experience in property development, retail development, or large-scale mixed-use/commercial projects.
• Prior experience in retail mall development, tenant coordination, or design management is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with feasibility studies, due diligence, and acquisition processes in property development is an advantage.