Head of Township Development

Ambition; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambition, Kuala Lumpur, seeks a Head of Township Development to lead the end-to-end design and planning for high-profile property projects in Malaysia. The role demands strategic oversight of feasibility, market analysis, and approvals, with accountability for quality and schedule adherence.

You will spearhead a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, and consultants, ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with business goals across the full project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior management experience in property development or construction.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Urban Town Planning, or related discipline; Master's advantageous.
• In-depth knowledge of the Malaysian property development process and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong decision-making, team leadership, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and networking skills, with the ability to manage multiple consultants and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design strategy and planning across a portfolio of property development projects.
• Develop and implement strategic plans across the full project lifecycle—from feasibility and market analysis through to authority approvals.
• Oversee project timelines, milestones, and design quality to ensure alignment with management standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, and consultants, setting clear performance expectations.
• Review building specifications, tender drawings, and design details to minimise errors and variation orders.
• Ensure all planning and building plan submissions are completed on schedule, in line with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering

Architecture

Urban Town Planning

Master's degree advantageous

Job description

Head of Township Development | Kuala Lumpur | Property Development

A senior leadership role for an experienced design and planning professional ready to shape the full development lifecycle of high-profile property projects in Malaysia. If you're a strategic thinker with deep expertise in property development and a track record of leading multidisciplinary teams, this could be your next move.

Why Apply?

Our client is a leading Malaysian property developer with a strong presence across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. This is a role with real scope - from concept through to authority approvals - within an organisation known for its ambition, quality, and growth trajectory.

The Role

Lead the design strategy and planning function across a portfolio of property development projects. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing strategic plans across the full project lifecycle - from feasibility and market analysis through to authority approvals
• Overseeing project timelines, milestones, and design quality to ensure alignment with management standards and regulatory requirements
• Leading and developing a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, and consultants, setting clear performance expectations
• Reviewing building specifications, tender drawings, and design details to minimise errors and variation orders
• Ensuring all planning and building plan submissions are completed on schedule, in line with regulatory requirements

What We're Looking For

A grounded, experienced leader with a strong foundation in property development and design management. You'll bring:

• 10+ years of senior management experience in property development or construction
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Urban Town Planning, or a related discipline; Master's degree advantageous
• In-depth knowledge of the Malaysian property development process and regulatory frameworks
• Strong decision-making, team leadership, and stakeholder management capabilities
• Excellent communication and networking skills, with the ability to manage multiple consultants and cross-functional teams

JTK Number: JTKSM 995 | Company Registration Number: 201301019088 (1048918-T)