Project Engineer & Site/Construction Manager (KL)

Randstad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a dedicated Site Manager to oversee on-site operations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and at least 3 years of experience in high-rise construction. Responsibilities include managing site operations, enforcing safety standards, and coordinating with consultants. This role offers an opportunity to drive project success in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• A Degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in high-rise building construction; 6-8 years for management position.
• Possesses a valid CIDB Green Card.
• Fluent in Mandarin is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day site operations, managing sub-contractors, labor, and plant resources.
• Review architectural/structural drawings and resolve technical discrepancies.
• Enforce strict safety standards and conduct safety inductions.
• Conduct inspections and oversee QA/QC procedures.
• Prepare daily/weekly site reports and monitor KPIs.
• Act as the bridge between the consultant team and the site production team.
• Assist in progress claims and monitor site expenditures.

Job description

Highly-established construction companies with an impressive track record handling commercial and residential construction over multiple decades.

About the Job

• Site Leadership: Direct day-to-day site operations, managing sub-contractors, labor, and plant resources to ensure high‑rise progress meets the master schedule.
• Technical Oversight: Review architectural/structural drawings, identify RFI (Request for Information) requirements, and resolve technical discrepancies on‑site.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce strict DOSH/OSHA standards, conduct safety inductions, and ensure all high‑risk work (cranage, scaffolding, formwork) is permitted and secure.
• Quality Control: Conduct inspections and oversee QA/QC procedures to ensure structural integrity and architectural finishes meet project specifications.
• Progress Tracking: Prepare daily/weekly site reports, track material procurement, and monitor KPIs against the Project Management Plan.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the bridge between the consultant team (Architects/Engineers) and the site production team to streamline workflows.
• Contract Administration: Assist in progress claims, variation orders (VOs), and the monitoring of site expenditures to keep the project within budget.

What you need to succeed

• A Degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management or equivalent
• At least 3 years of experience in high‑rise building construction; 6‑8 years for management position
• Possesses a valid CIDB Green Card
• Fluent in Mandarin is an added advantage

How to apply

If you believe that you have the right experience, skills and a strong drive to succeed, click apply now to register your interest and present your resume for the role.

Skills

no additional skills required

Qualification

no additional qualifications required

Education

Bachelor Degree