Project Manager

Kawan Engineering; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Outpatient medical including direct 가족

Group hospitalization & surgical plan

Travel stipends / transportation / out

Sports club & team activities

Job summary

Kawan Engineering in Ipoh, Malaysia is seeking an experienced Project Manager to define scope, lead project teams, monitor progress, and ensure delivery within deadlines and budgets.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years in project management, with strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. A competitive remuneration package and allowances are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management.
• Familiarity with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate project teams.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with detailed plans.
• Oversee project controlling: scheduling, cost savings, quality deliverables, risks.
• Lead project teams to meet targets and client expectations.
• Monitor progress and adjust as necessary.
• Maintain complete up-to-date project documentation.
• Prepare budgets, resources planning, schedules, and cost calculations.
• Manage subcontractors for cost, delivery, quality.
• Facilitate project closure and obtain client acceptance.
• Ensure adherence to engineering standards and regulations.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders for effective communication.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Time management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

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• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. To develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Responsible for overall project controlling activities that include scheduling, achievement of cost saving, maintaining quality of project deliverables, mitigating risks and realization of project goals.
• Lead project teams to execute project tasks according to achieve agreed targets for assigned projects within the procedure and customers’ expectations.
• Monitor project progress and performance, making adjustments as necessary.
• Ensure all project documentation is complete and up-to-date.
• Prepare and update project planning that includes resources planning, project schedule and cost calculations ensuring projects are completed within deadlines and budgets.
• Evaluate effectively, select and manage subcontractors to achieve optimal cost, delivery and quality of materials sourced.
• Facilitate project closure activities, including finalizing deliverables and obtaining customers’ acceptance.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in developing project budgets and cost estimates, monitor project expenses and resource utilization and ensure project activities are carried out within the allocated budget.
• Ensure adherence to engineering standards, codes, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, authorities, subcontractors and team members to ensure effective communication.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management.
• Familiarity with relevant codes, standards, and regulations in the field.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels.
• Troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to anticipate potential issues and develop proactive solutions.
• Ability to lead and motivate project teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• Competitive remuneration package
• Outpatient Medical include direct family
• Group Hospitalization & Surgical Scheme
• Allowance (travel stipends, transportation, outstation, etc.)
• Sports Club, social, recreational and regular team activities

Job Type: Full-time