Lead Project Manager

Currie & Brown; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Currie & Brown Malaysia seeks a Lead Project Manager (Electrical/Mechanical) to direct complex construction initiatives from inception through handover. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client and consultant relationships, and ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.

The role demands a strong track record on large-scale projects, robust commercial acumen, and the ability to drive safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across design, procurement,

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Professional certifications (PMP, MRICS, MCIOB, PE) preferred.
• Minimum 8–15 years’ experience in project management within the construction industry.
• 5+ years in a leadership capacity on large-scale, complex projects.
• Strong commercial acumen, contractual knowledge, and financial management skills.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership, direction, and management for assigned projects.
• Act as the primary client contact with consultants and contractors.
• Define project objectives, success criteria, and delivery strategies.
• Oversee feasibility studies, planning, scheduling, and resourcing.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost controls; ensure profitability.
• Chair project meetings and communicate goals, progress, and issues.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead project teams and foster a collaborative performance culture.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

The Lead Project Manager (Electrical / Mechanical) will be responsible for leading and overseeing the successful delivery of complex construction projects from inception to completion. This role involves managing client relationships, guiding project teams, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Provide overall leadership, direction, and management for assigned projects.
• Act as the primary point of contact with the client, consultants, and contractors.
• Define project objectives, success criteria, and delivery strategies.

Planning & Delivery

• Oversee feasibility studies, project planning, scheduling, and resourcing.
• Ensure all project phases (design, procurement, construction, handover) are effectively managed.
• Monitor progress and implement corrective actions where needed.

Commercial & Financial Management

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures.
• Oversee contract administration and claims management.
• Ensure financial targets and profitability are achieved.

Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and authorities.
• Chair project meetings, providing clear communication of goals, progress, and issues.
• Resolve conflicts and provide solutions to ensure smooth delivery.

Risk, Quality & Safety

• Identify and mitigate project risks throughout the lifecycle.
• Drive adherence to quality standards, building codes, and regulatory compliance.
• Promote and enforce health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop project teams including project managers, engineers, and support staff.
• Foster a collaborative and performance-driven culture.
• Allocate resources effectively to maximize efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Professional certifications (PMP, MRICS, MCIOB, PE, etc.) preferred.
• Minimum 8–15 years’ experience in project management within the construction industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale, complex projects (e.g., commercial, data centres, infrastructure, healthcare, hospitality, or mixed-use developments).
• Strong commercial acumen, contractual knowledge, and financial management skills.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.