Project Director

Private Advertiser; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility construction firm in Johor Bahru is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead large-scale, mission-critical facility projects. Responsibilities include providing leadership, overseeing technical project aspects, and ensuring safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of construction experience, with a focus on mission-critical facilities and strong project management skills. The role also demands excellent communication abilities and a commitment to quality and safety.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in construction with significant mission-critical facilities.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role (Project Director, Project Executive or equivalent).
• Proven experience in managing large-scale, technically complex construction projects.
• Deep understanding of mission-critical MEP systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for hyperscale mission-critical facility construction project.
• Oversee construction of mission-critical systems MEP, HVAC and UPS and fire protection systems.
• Manage and track progress of delivery and integration schedule for critical equipment.
• Serve as the senior point of contact for owners, developers, and operators.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Conflict resolution

Excellent communication

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

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Reporting to the CEO and the Steering Committee, the Project Director is responsible for the executive leadership and delivery of large-scale, mission-critical facility projects. This role oversees all phases of the construction project, from preconstruction and procurement through commissioning and handover, ensuring schedule certainty, cost control, safety, quality, and operational readiness. The Project Director leads multi-disciplinary teams and serves as the primary executive interface with clients, designers, vendors, and internal leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Leadership & Strategy

Provide overall leadership for hyperscale mission-critical facility construction project

Establish project execution plans aligned with uptime, redundancy, and commissioning requirements

Lead and mentor the Project Management Team to ensure adherence to project schedules and objectives

Drive a culture of safety, precision, accountability, and zero-defect delivery

Project & Technical Oversight

Oversee construction of mission-critical systems MEP, HVAC and UPS and fire protection systems

Management of project risk to avoid delays or reputational damage

Ensure adherence to all building codes, regulations and proactively manage risk and variances

Identification of resource and equipment requirements

Manage and track progress of delivery and integration schedule for critical equipment and vendor coordination

Oversee budgeting, cost forecasting, cash flow, and risk contingencies

Coordination and monitoring of progress amongst various subcontractors

Review and approve major subcontractor buyouts, change orders, and claims

Present management reports pertaining to progress of projects, personnel performance and problems encountered

Ensure accurate monthly reporting and executive-level forecasts

Client & Stakeholder Management

Serve as the senior point of contact for owners, developers, and operators

Present management reports pertaining to progress of projects, personnel performance, problems encountered and issue resolution

Coordinate closely with commissioning agents, AHJs, and utility providers

Build long‑term client relationships to support repeat and programmatic work

Preconstruction & Procurement

Support early design, constructability reviews, and value engineering

Lead procurement strategies for long‑lead MEP and mission‑critical equipment

Assist in contract negotiations and risk assessment

Support pursuits, proposals, and client interviews

Commissioning, Quality & Safety

Oversee integrated commissioning processes

Ensure systems performance, redundancy validation, and operational readiness

Champion safety culture, ensure compliance to all building codes and site‑specific safety programs

Enforce rigorous QA/QC and documentation standards

Enforce OSHA compliance and site‑specific safety programs

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred)

15+ years in construction with significant mission‑critical facilities

5+ years in a senior leadership role (Project Director, Project Executive, or equivalent)

Proven experience in managing large‑scale, technically complex construction projects

Deep understanding of mission‑critical MEP systems

Expertise in commissioning and integrated systems testing

Proven leadership, project management and conflict resolution skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Positive work attitude with strong commitment to quality, safety, project budgeting and delivery

Your application will include the following questions:

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years of project management experience do you have?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, MY