GM Projects: High Rise Main Contractor

Fuku; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-rise construction company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a GM Projects to lead their growing division. This role requires a minimum of 10 years’ experience with main contractors and a degree in Civil Engineering. The successful candidate will oversee multiple high-rise projects, ensuring quality and safety standards while managing budgets effectively. Regular site visits are necessary, and the position offers a 5-day work week from HQ in Bukit Damansara.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience with main contractors.
• Proven experience in high-rise building projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple teams of Project Managers.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth of the high-rise construction division.
• Ensure projects are executed on time and within budget.
• Responsible for hiring teams as the division expands.

Skills

Leadership in project management

High-rise construction expertise

Budget management

Team building

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

PMP certification

Job description

Job Title

GM Projects – High Rise (Main Contractor)

Introduction

28-year history of delivering construction and infrastructure projects. Active pipeline of property, rail, and energy projects (PETRONAS SWEC Licence).

Projects (Main Contractor)

• Managing 2 x 40-storey residential towers in Brickfields (Phase 1), with additional blocks planned for Phase 2.
• Overseeing new high-rise projects in the Klang Valley.
• Handling a mix of in-house and external projects.
• Actively tendering for high-rise projects in the Klang Valley.

Responsibilities

• Newly created role to drive the growth of the high-rise construction division.
• Lead Project Managers across two sites and multiple projects in the Klang Valley.
• Ensure projects are executed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Responsible for hiring and building teams, including Quantity Surveyors (QS), Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) professionals, etc., as the division expands.

Team Culture

• Reports to the Project Director (Construction – High-rise, Residential & Infrastructure).
• The Project Director manages P&L; the GM Projects focuses on project execution.
• GM Projects is the most senior role within the High Rise construction/building division.

Must Have

• Minimum 10 years’ experience with main contractors.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, M&E, Construction Management, or equivalent (PMP certification preferred).
• Proven experience in high-rise building projects, managing end-to-end project delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple teams of Project Managers across several projects.

Seniority

Suitable for candidates at Senior Project Manager, Assistant GM, Project Director, or GM level.

Location

• Regular site visits required in the Klang Valley.
• Office located in Bukit Damansara.
• 5-day work week from HQ.