MANAGER, STORE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

myNEWS HOLDINGS BERHAD; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

myNEWS HOLDINGS BERHAD is seeking a Retail Fit-Out Project Manager to lead end-to-end store renovations and new openings. You will plan timelines, manage CAPEX budgets, coordinate with design, operations, and external consultants, and oversee compliant, high-quality deliverables across multiple outlets.

The role requires 5–8 years in retail fit-out or commercial construction, strong cost control and negotiation skills, AutoCAD and Excel proficiency, and the ability to handle multiple projects

Qualifications

• Degree in QS/CM/Interior Design/Architecture or related field.
• 5–8 years experience in retail fit-out or commercial construction.
• Experience managing multi-outlet rollouts preferred (e.g., convenience chains).
• Strong background in cost control, tendering, and contractor negotiation.
• Strong understanding of BQ, cost estimation, and contract management.
• Knowledge of local authority submission process.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel (cost tracking & reporting).
• Good knowledge of M&E coordination for retail environment.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with high financial discipline. Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end store fit-out projects (new openings, refurbishments, relocations).
• Develop project timelines, cost plans, and execution schedules.
• Coordinate with design, operations, real estate, and external consultants.
• Ensure timely store handover for operations commencement.
• Prepare and review project CAPEX budgets and cost benchmarks.
• Evaluate and negotiate quotations to achieve best value.
• Monitor cost variation orders and maintain cost tracking reports.
• Source, evaluate, and appoint contractors and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with safety and site regulations and local authorities.

Skills

Project planning

Cost control

Contractor management

M&E coordination

Brand standardisation

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Multi-project management

Detail oriented

Financial discipline

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Construction Management

Degree in Interior Design

Degree in Architecture

Related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities1. Project Planning & ExecutionLead end-to-end store fit-out projects (new openings, refurbishments, relocations).Develop project timelines, cost plans, and execution schedules.Coordinate with design, operations, real estate, and external consultants.Ensure timely store handover for operations commencement.

2. Cost Control & Budget Management
Prepare and review project CAPEX budgets.
Conduct cost benchmarking for materials, contractors, and suppliers.
Evaluate and negotiate quotations to achieve best value.
Monitor cost variation orders (VO) and prevent unnecessary escalation.
Maintain cost tracking reports for management review.

3. Contractor & Vendor Management
Source, evaluate, and appoint contractors and suppliers.
Ensure competitive tender process and documentation compliance.
Monitor contractor performance and workmanship quality.
Ensure contractors adhere to safety and site regulations.

4. Technical & Compliance Oversight
Ensure drawings comply with local authority requirements and mall management guidelines.
Oversee M&E coordination (electrical load, lighting, air-conditioning, refrigeration, POS power points).
Ensure compliance with fire safety, licensing, and regulatory requirements.
Manage defect rectification before and after handover.

5. Standardisation & Continuous Improvement
Develop standardized BQ templates and cost benchmarks.
Create fit-out specifications to maintain brand consistency across outlets.
Review material selection for durability and cost efficiency.
Propose value engineering solutions without compromising quality.

Job Requirements1.Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Interior Design, Architecture, or related field.2.Minimum 5–8 years experience in retail fit-out or commercial construction.3.Experience managing multi-outlet rollouts preferred (e.g., convenience chains4.Strong background in cost control, tendering, and contractor negotiation.5.Strong understanding of BQ, cost estimation, and contract management.6.Knowledge of local authority submission process.7.Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel (cost tracking & reporting).8.Good knowledge of M&E coordination for retail environment.9.Strong negotiation and analytical skills.10.Detail-oriented with high financial discipline.Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

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Supermarkets, Grocery & Petrol Retailing 1,001-5,000 employees

myNEWS Holding Berhad currently has over 400 retail stores in Malaysia. We are the market leader in press and convenience retailing, specializing in convenience items such as tobacco, reload services, beverages, snacks, confectioneries and printed media. Our outlets are located at easily accessible locations in popular shopping malls, hypermarkets, hospitals, office complexes, hotels and transportation hubs.

Since its inception in 1997, we continuously strive to offer quality products and services. We constantly evolve our stores and offerings for an easy and efficient shopping experience. We operate under brands such as myNEWS.com, newsplus, MAGBIT, THE FRONT PAGE, as well as WHSmith, which is operated under our equal joint venture with WHSmith Travel, one of UK’s leading retailers. What’s more, we are also involved in the operation of WHSmith news and book retailing stores in airports throughout Malaysia, and run a food and beverage outlet named Bison Café. In addition, we have food processing centre which producing fresh food products and selling in our outlets.

In view of our rapid growth and aggressive expansion plans, we are looking for energetic, enthusiastic and service oriented individuals to join us.

myNEWS Holding Berhad currently has over 400 retail stores in Malaysia. We are the market leader in press and convenience retailing, specializing in convenience items such as tobacco, reload services, beverages, snacks, confectioneries and printed media. Our outlets are located at easily accessible locations in popular shopping malls, hypermarkets, hospitals, office complexes, hotels and transportation hubs.

Since its inception in 1997, we continuously strive to offer quality products and services. We constantly evolve our stores and offerings for an easy and efficient shopping experience. We operate under brands such as myNEWS.com, newsplus, MAGBIT, THE FRONT PAGE, as well as WHSmith, which is operated under our equal joint venture with WHSmith Travel, one of UK’s leading retailers. What’s more, we are also involved in the operation of WHSmith news and book retailing stores in airports throughout Malaysia, and run a food and beverage outlet named Bison Café. In addition, we have food processing centre which producing fresh food products and selling in our outlets.

In view of our rapid growth and aggressive expansion plans, we are looking for energetic, enthusiastic and service oriented individuals to join us.

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