Project Manager

Ashbrittle Recruitment; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashbrittle Recruitment is seeking a driven Project Manager to join its Kuala Lumpur team on a hands-on construction and fit-out project. You will manage delivery from planning through handover, coordinating trades, subcontractors and consultants to meet milestones.

This role offers international exposure in South East Asia, with opportunities to lead multiple projects and progress into senior leadership as the business grows.

Qualifications

• Must have genuine passion for construction and project delivery.
• Technically capable with strong organisational skills.
• Able to take responsibility and drive projects to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery from mobilisation to handover.
• Develop and monitor detailed project programmes with milestones.
• Coordinate multiple trades, subcontractors, consultants and stakeholders.
• Review drawings for design issues and coordination requirements.
• Ensure safety, quality and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Construction delivery

Stakeholder communication

Organisation

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering or project management

Job description

An ambitious and growing construction and fit-out business in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is looking to recruit a driven and capable Project Manager to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to start an international career in South East Asia. The successful candidate will initially take responsibility for delivering a key project, with the opportunity to take on additional projects as they establish themselves within the business.

We are particularly interested in ambitious Project Managers with experience in technically demanding construction projects, including data centres, laboratories, hospitals, manufacturing facilities and complex CAT A / CAT B fit-outs.

The Role

You will take responsibility for the successful delivery of projects, ensuring that all activities are properly planned, coordinated and executed from start to finish.

This is a hands-on Project Management position requiring someone who understands the practicalities of construction delivery, can interpret technical information and is confident coordinating multiple trades, subcontractors, consultants and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Taking ownership of projects from initial planning and mobilisation through to practical completion and handover.
• Developing, managing and monitoring detailed project programmes, ensuring key milestones and deadlines are achieved.
• Understanding construction workflows, sequencing and the coordination of multiple trades and specialist contractors.
• Reviewing and marking up architectural, structural and MEP drawings to identify design issues, clashes and coordination requirements.
• Managing project phasing, logistics, access requirements and sequencing of works.
• Reviewing and coordinating method statements, risk assessments and associated documentation, ensuring appropriate reviews and sign-offs are obtained before works commence.
• Monitoring site progress, identifying potential delays and implementing solutions to keep projects on track.
• Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, consultants and the wider project team.
• Managing design coordination, technical submissions, RFIs and construction-related queries.
• Producing regular project reports covering progress, programme, key risks, issues and required actions.
• Maintaining high standards of quality, health and safety and overall project delivery.
• Managing client expectations and maintaining effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Driving projects towards successful completion, commissioning and handover.

Requirements

We are looking for someone with a genuine passion for construction and project delivery, who is technically capable, organised and naturally takes responsibility. You might already be an established Project Manager looking for greater responsibility, or an ambitious Assistant Project Manager ready to step up.

Ideally, you will have:

• Experience working on construction, engineering or technical fit-out projects.
• Exposure to technically complex environments such as data centres, laboratories, healthcare, hospitals, manufacturing or commercial CAT A / CAT B fit-outs.
• The confidence to coordinate multiple subcontractors and project teams.
• A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage with clients and project stakeholders.
• A relevant degree in construction, engineering or project management.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• The opportunity to relocate to Malaysia and work on technically challenging construction projects.
• Genuine responsibility and ownership of project delivery.
• Exposure to a diverse range of construction and specialist fit-out environments.
• The opportunity to develop beyond traditional Project Management into operational leadership.
• A chance to make a real impact within a growing international business.
• This position offers genuine long-term career potential. For the right individual, there is a longer-term opportunity to progress into an Operations Management and Leadership position, playing a significant role in the development and growth of the wider business.

If you are an ambitious Project Manager who wants to take ownership, develop your career internationally and ultimately progress into a senior leadership position, we would be interested in hearing from you.