Project Controller & Expeditor

Emerson Electric; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the EPC sector is seeking a Project Controller responsible for overseeing project implementations and ensuring timelines are met. This role requires strong critical and analytical thinking skills, along with a solid background in business and project management. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, delivering exceptional service and exceeding customer expectations.

Benefits

Competitive benefits plans

Flexible time off plans

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years in EPC industry preferred.
• Ability to interpret Purchase Orders and Project Schedules.
• Strong planning and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervising delivery progress of suppliers.
• Developing expediting plans for projects.
• Liaising with logistics for shipment tracking.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Planning skills

Education

Degree in Business

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

The individual in this role will be responsible for supervising the smooth implementation and completion of customer projects. The Project Controller will ensure that Project Management operations are carried out effectively and efficiently, meeting or surpassing customer requirements and adhering to project timelines.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Develop an expediting plan for the assigned project(s), which is based on criticality rating of the equipment in relations to the project schedule.
• Supervises Supplier’s delivery progress in accordance with contractual commitment of the purchase order.
• Speed up as per Project Procurement Plan to reach project achievements and ensure timely delivery of equipment.
• Ensures the timely issuance of suborders by Supplier for raw material and/or major components.
• Works with Supplier and Project Team on a recovery plan if schedule is not being met.
• Review Inspection Test Plan (ITP) if inspections are required as per Contract, to supervise progress and verify actual order status.
• Issues expediting status/tracking reports on a regular basis.
• Liaises with Logistics to provide advance notice of impending shipments and to trace major shipments from the supplier to the job site if vital.
• Collaborate with collaborators such as Purchasing, Engineering, and QA/QC to address any commercial, technical, or quality issues that may arise.
• Track and supervise documentation progress between External and Internal Stakeholders.

Who you are

• A standout colleague who values partnership, maintains a positive demeanor, and understands the importance of prioritizing tasks efficiently.
• Pro-active, independent, able to work with minimal direction.
• Degree or equivalent experience in Business with 2 to shown experience in EPC industry.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent team player; willing to provide exceptional services to exceed customer expectations.

For This Role, You Will Need To:

• Be able to think out of the box, critical & analytical thinking, ability to ask the right question, to decipher Supplier/Vendor progress report
• Demonstrate technical ability in interpreting (but not limited to) Purchase Orders, ITP, Procurement Plan, Project Schedule and Supplier/Vendor Data Requirements.
• Have technical knowledge of materials being purchased, what is being built, manufacturing / fabrication / construction supply chain processes, and supplier base preferred.
• Demonstrates strong planning and interpersonal skills in order to interact with suppliers and shippers and co-workers in a team-based environment, balance multiple tasks and meet demanding deadlines.
• Ability to independently think through multiple alternatives, potential consequences and economic impact of decisions to resolve the best approach.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Proven ability in a related role
• Proficiency with MS Office

Our Offer To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.