General Manager, Projects & Development

Fuku by Momofuku; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 380,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive executive package

Performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation support

Job summary

Fuku by Momofuku in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, seeks an experienced Developer-side General Manager or Project Director to lead high-end strata mixed developments and retail podiums. You will monetise strategic landbanks into alternative revenue assets like solar energy, overseeing feasibility, master planning, and multi-disciplinary teams.

The role demands 18+ years of hands-on leadership, professional registration in Civil Engineering or Architecture, and a commercial mindset.

Qualifications

• Developer-side GM/Project Director with 18+ years leading end-to-end high-end strata mixed developments and retail podiums.
• Civil Engineering (Ir.) or Architecture (Ar.) professional registration is required.
• Commercial mindset to monetise landbanks into alternative revenue assets.
• Hands-on, agile approach suited for lean boutique teams over bureaucracy.
• Proven track record delivering mid-upper high-rise developments.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle of projects from feasibility modeling to handover.
• Evaluate Highest-and-Best-Use concepts for regional idle land assets.
• Oversee master planning, concept design, tender, and authority submissions.
• Direct multi-disciplinary project teams, external consultants, and contractors.
• Drive project delivery timelines while upholding QLASSIC quality standards.

Skills

Project leadership

Feasibility modeling

Master planning

Tender submissions

Team leadership

Education

Civil Engineering (Ir.) registration

Architecture (Ar.) registration

Job description

Direct MD report / Lead prime landbank monetisation & solar energy / Premier 50+ year group / Exceptional cash flow, landbanks & zero gearing / High-end mixed-use & retail podiums.

Why you should apply:

• Direct report to Managing Director with strategic decision authority.
• Monetise strategic regional landbank across Klang Valley and Johor.
• Lead high-impact developments backed by zero gearing balance sheet.
• Enjoy agile boutique culture with strong cash flow stability.
• Spearhead strategic diversification into solar energy and alternative assets.

Asset / portfolio mix:

• Prime undeveloped landbank across Klang Valley, Kedah, and Johor.
• Mid-upper residential towers integrated with boutique lifestyle retail podiums.
• Alternative revenue assets including solar farms and industrial parks.
• Substantial strategic acreage with strong long-term capital growth potential.

What you will do:

• Lead full project lifecycle from feasibility modeling to handover.
• Evaluate Highest-and-Best-Use concepts for regional idle land assets.
• Oversee master planning, concept design, tender, and authority submissions.
• Direct multi-disciplinary project teams, external consultants, and contractors.
• Drive project delivery timelines while upholding QLASSIC quality standards.

Experience Needed: Developer-side General Manager or Project Director with 18+ years leading end-to-end high-end strata mixed developments and retail podiums, combined with the commercial drive to monetise strategic landbanks into alternative revenue assets like solar energy.

• Developer-side with deep strata title and pre-development mastery.
• Civil Engineering (Ir.) or Architecture (Ar.) professional registration.
• Commercial mindset unlocking land value beyond traditional residential templates.
• Hands-on agility suited for lean boutique teams over GLC bureaucracy.
• Proven track record delivering mid-upper high-rise mixed-use developments.

Nice to have / Bonus:

• Direct experience developing solar farm assets or industrial parks.

The company:

• Premier property arm of 50+ year established listed conglomerate.
• Exceptionally well-organised business with strong cash flow and zero debt.
• Reputable boutique developer recognized for high-end craft and quality.
• Strategic landbank portfolio spanning prime regional economic growth corridors.

Work Arrangement / Benefits:

• Petaling Jaya base with regular regional site visits.
• Competitive executive package, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits.
• Relocation available for Malaysians overseas