Project Manager

UBCT; Kuala Lumpur; Híbrido; MYR 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UBCT in Malaysia is seeking a Project Manager to lead automation and engineering projects from concept through delivery. You will work with cross-functional teams and customers to ensure on-time, on-budget execution and successful handover.

The role emphasizes experience in industrial automation and strong communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is an added advantage. Travel to sites locally or overseas may be required.

Formación

• 3+ years of project management experience (engineering/technical projects preferred).
• Experience in industrial automation, semiconductor, manufacturing, intralogistics or warehouse automation is a plus.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and use 2D/3D layouts is advantageous.
• Strong planning, coordination, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage projects end-to-end, ensuring delivery against technical requirements, quality, budget and timelines.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans (scope, schedule, resources, costs, milestones).
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, design, sourcing, fabrication, assembly, software, subcontractors and FSE.
• Act as primary project contact for customers, suppliers and stakeholders with clear communication and issue resolution.
• Monitor progress, identify risks and costs, and implement corrective actions.

Descripción del empleo

Ready to take the lead on exciting automation and engineering projects from concept to successful delivery? Join us as a Project Manager and gain hands-on exposure to complex projects, cross-functional teams and customers while building your expertise in delivering real-world automation solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage projects end-to-end, ensuring delivery meets technical requirements, quality standards, budget and agreed timelines.

Develop and maintain project plans covering scope, schedule, resources, materials, costs, milestones and deliverables.

Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, design, sourcing, fabrication, assembly, software, subcontractors and Field Service Engineering (FSE).

Act as the key project contact for customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely issue resolution.

Monitor project progress, identify risks, delays and cost gaps, and implement corrective or contingency actions promptly.

Track project timelines, resource utilisation and job costing through regular project reviews.

Oversee site installation, commissioning, testing, quality assurance/buy-off and customer acceptance.

Coordinate customer training and ensure smooth project handover upon completion.

Conduct regular progress reviews with FSE and project teams to ensure site activities remain on track.

Maintain accurate project documentation, dashboards, progress indicators and required management reports.

Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned, key observations and improvement opportunities.

Drive continuous improvement in project efficiency, quality, lead time and cost management.

Job Requirements

Degree in Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline; Mechanical / Electrical & Electronic Engineering is preferred.

Minimum 3 years of project management experience, preferably managing engineering or technical projects.

Experience in industrial automation, semiconductor, manufacturing, intralogistics or warehouse automation will be an advantage.

Able to understand engineering drawings, layouts and technical documentation; exposure to 2D/3D drawings is advantageous.

Strong project planning, coordination, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Able to manage multiple stakeholders and work effectively with cross-functional technical teams.

Good communication and written skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Ability to communicate in Mandarin is an added advantage for engagement with relevant stakeholders.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and project tracking/reporting tools.

Willing to travel to customer/project sites locally or overseas when required.

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