PROJECT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - PROPERTY DEVELOPER

PINNACLE GROUP SDN. BHD.; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 134,000 - 268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Career advancement

Supportive work culture

Job summary

PINNACLE GROUP is a premier property developer seeking a Project Development Manager to oversee the end-to-end delivery of major developments. The role requires coordinating design, planning, approvals and execution with internal teams, consultants and government authorities on-site in Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years in property development or construction project delivery, strong leadership, regulatory knowledge and excellent communication skills

Qualifications

• Proficient in using project management software.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and presentation software.
• Track record in property development and project delivery.
• Ability to work autonomously and communicate with internal stakeholders.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all stages of property development projects from inception to completion.
• Liaise with internal teams, external consultants and authorities to secure approvals and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor budgets, timelines and resources; manage risk and ensure timely completion.
• Provide strategic input to streamline operations and improve processes.
• Prepare documentation, conduct feasibility studies and report progress to management.

Job description

PROJECT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - PROPERTY DEVELOPER

PINNACLE GROUP is a premier property development company focused on creating innovative and sustainable living environments. Known for its excellence in delivering high-quality projects, the company has established a diverse portfolio that includes residential and commercial developments. Each project is thoughtfully designed to enrich the lifestyle and well-being of its customers. PINNACLE GROUP strives to maintain its reputation as a leader in the property development industry.

ROLE OBJECTIVES:

To ensure that company objectives for Profit, Program, Quality, Safety and Environmental performance for each property development project are achieved.

Role Description

As a Project Development Manager at PINNACLE GROUP, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the successful execution of property development projects. You will be responsible for coordinating various aspects of the project lifecycle, ensuring timely completion & adherence to quality standards. This is a full-time on-site role, the role involves managing communication & collaboration with regulatory and governmental authorities to ensure adherence to compliance & regulatory standard. Additionally, the individual will oversee the preparation & submission of necessary documentation, facilitate communication between project teams & external authorities, coordinate approvals from local authorities, monitor project timelines & resolve any authority-related issues to compliance or approval processes. The role also requires maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations & providing strategic input to streamline operations, proactive engagement with internal teams & external stakeholders to facilitate seamless project execution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, what you'll be doing

Strategic Planning

Evaluates market sectors in terms of emerging opportunities

Monitors market/competitor trends

Develops strategies for further review

Assisting in the planning, coordination & monitoring of property development projects from inception to completion

Identifying and addressing potential issues or risks & implementing effective mitigation strategies

Preliminary Feasibilities

Defines and evaluates best use options for properties

Develops concept designs to preliminary costing stage

Conducts preliminary financial analysis on preferred end use options

Implements risk minimization strategies to secure optimum economic & financial returns

Liaises with respective internal stakeholders on real estate agents/consultants/prospective tenants

Conduct feasibility study & financial analysis of prospective projects, project tracking & evaluation

Concept Design and Planning

Develops design briefs with external consultants

Liaises with respective internal stakeholders on arrangement site audits

To maximize the project returns through proper planning, cost controls, collusion control & value engineering

Liaises with respective internal stakeholders on development budget estimates/cost plans

Manages the design phase

Funding

Liaises with management to recommend appropriate procurement options & financial risks associated with each option

Prepares funding proposals for management approval

Monitoring project budgets, timelines & resource allocation to maintain operational efficiency

Approvals

Liaises with approval authorities & relevant parties to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

Negotiates/gains approvals in a timely and cost-effective manner

Advises and liaises with all other stakeholders

Development

Liaises with respective internal stakeholder on preparation of EOI or tender documentation

Evaluate implemented plans to ensure delivery of marketing strategic objectives and ROI

Liaises with management & consultants to ensure appropriate financial, commercial & legal risks are documented

Liaises with respective internal stakeholder on appointment & manages marketing agents

Liaises with respective internal stakeholder on manages tender process within probity guidelines

Liaises with respective internal stakeholder on manages evaluation process & negotiating formal documentation such as development leases, etc

Negotiates amendments to legal documentation

Ensures compliance with relevant documentation, leasehold or freehold

Monitors progress and keeps management advised of cash flow and legal/taxation issues as they arise

Resolves legal/financial issues in consultation with management

Manages the approval process for all applications including development approvals

Assist in overall planning, executing, controlling & coordinating property development projects

Project Management

Liaises with respective internal stakeholder in consultation manages external project management consultants

Coordinate with Project Development Division on the progress & stages of completion of projects

Coordinate on consultants’ designs, plans, specifications, bills of quantities & other documents relating to the project

Reviews the preparation & negotiating of bid packages

Reviews the preparation of contract documents

Identifying opportunities for process improvements and contributing to the development of best practices

Overviews the management of each contract, reporting progress on a regular basis

Manages the completion/approval stages & the issue of construction certificates

Monitors progress and oversees Practical Completion, final certificates in consultation with management & the appropriate Certifier

Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including design, construction, and procurement, to ensure seamless project delivery

Management Reporting

Ensures accurate & timely information is available for monthly Management Reports, covering all aspects of each project

Prepare reports on progress of planned activities & performance reports to management

Providing regular progress updates & reporting to the Project Management Director

Prepare complete proposals to government, public and private institution

Implementation of systems policies and procedures

Any other duties directed from time to time by the Management

SELECTION CRITERIA, what we're looking for

Essential Skills and Abilities

Proficient in using project management software, Microsoft Office suite & presentation software (particularly Microsoft Offices Applications, eg. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Project)

Demonstrated track record in Property Development with a minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in project delivery & property development or construction industry preferred

Proficient knowledge of project management principles, tools, techniques, regulatory compliance, documentation, project approval processes, construction processes, cost estimation & project planning

Ability to work autonomously and independently but communicate & consult with internal stakeholders

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Ability to build strong and positive relationships with clients/external stakeholders, consultants & advisors

Skills in stakeholder management, negotiation & issue resolution with local authorities or government bodies

Excellent influencing skills

Demonstrated leadership skills with vision, commitment, engagement & results

Highly developed verbal communication skills with ability to communicate at a high level

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to work with diverse teams & external stakeholders management

Proficient in written and spoken in English, Bahasa Malay and Mandarin to effectively communicate with especially Mandarin-speaking clients. Ability to communicate local dialects with all levels of stakeholders internally/externally would be an added advantage

Pleasant personality, independent & energetic person

Ability to manage and priorities a number of key tasks at any one time within defined deadlines

Highly developed problem solving skills

Strategic thinker & planner with the ability to deliver results

High level of professionalism, honesty & integrity

Adaptable to changes & able to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Qualifications

Must have a tertiary qualification in a Building / Project Management / Architecture / Urban Planning / C&S Engineering / M&E Engineering or equivalent discipline, and/or have undertaken post-graduate/Bachelor Degree qualifications from a recognized institution and/or a related technical discipline

Experience

Minimum five (5) years experience in property developer, multi-storied, high rises residential and/or building construction developments in project development

Experience with projects exceeding MYR300,000.00 Millions or 30 dwelling high rises building

Preferable experience in property planning & development, building construction & project management / investment

Other

Preferably a male candidate for a physically demanding role with age between 30 to 40. Willing travel majorly on construction site routine and outstation accommodation with group of top management

What we offer

Competitive salary & performance-based bonuses

Opportunities for professional development & career advancement

Supportive work culture that values teamwork & work-life balance

About us

PINNACLE GROUP is a leading property development company dedicated to creating innovative & sustainable living spaces. With a strong track record of delivering high-quality projects, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. Our diverse portfolio ranges from residential to commercial developments, each designed to enhance the lifestyle and well-being of our customers.