Project Manager / Assistant Project Manager

Sports Direct Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sports Direct Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a Retail Project Manager/ Assistant Project Manager to lead end-to-end store fit-out projects from planning through handover. You will develop design concepts, layouts, and space plans for new and refreshed stores, and prepare drawings, 3D renderings, and documentation.

You will coordinate with landlords, consultants, contractors, suppliers and authorities to obtain approvals, while managing schedules, budgets and risks to deliver quality results.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in interior design, Architecture, Project Management, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in retail project management, fit-out, renovation or construction.
• Experience with retail chains, mall developments or commercial fit-out projects preferred.
• Strong knowledge of PM methodologies, construction processes and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end retail store fit-out, refurbishment, and renovation projects from planning through handover.
• Develop design concepts, layouts, and space planning solutions for retail stores.
• Prepare and review drawings, 3D renderings, presentations, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with landlords, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and authorities for approvals.
• Manage schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and quality to ensure delivery.
• Monitor site progress with regular inspections to ensure design compliance.
• Collaborate with Retail Operations, Finance, Procurement, Marketing and Facilities teams.
• Review contractor quotations, negotiate costs, and support procurement activities.
• Ensure timely project reporting and communication to management and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Vendor coordination

Budgeting

Autocad

3D Studio Max

MS Office

MS Project

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in interior design, Architecture, Project Management, Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

3D Studio Max

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

The Retail Fit-out Project Manager/ Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for, but not limited to:

Lead end-to-end retail store fit-out, refurbishment, and renovation projects from planning through handover.

Develop design concepts, layouts, and space planning solutions for retail stores.

Prepare and review detailed drawings, 3D renderings, presentations, and project documentation.

Coordinate with landlords, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and relevant authorities to obtain required approvals and permits.

Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and quality standards to ensure successful project delivery.

Monitor site progress and conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with design specifications and company standards.

Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders including Retail Operations, Finance, Procurement, Marketing, and Facilities teams.

Review contractor quotations, negotiate project costs, and support procurement activities.

Ensure timely project reporting and communication to management and stakeholders.

Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices in project execution.

Maintain accurate project records, budgets, and post-project evaluations.

Requirement:

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in interior design, Architecture, Project Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

Minimum 8 years & above of relevant experience in retail project management, retail fit-out, renovation, or construction projects.

Experience working with retail chains, shopping mall developments, or commercial fit-out projects is highly preferred.

Experience in construction or interior fit-out companies will be an added advantage.

Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, construction processes, and procurement procedures.

Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously within tight timelines.

Strong stakeholder management and vendor coordination skills.

Proficient in AutoCAD, 3D Studio Max (or equivalent visualization software), Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Experience with project scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project will be an advantage.

Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.

Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Self‑motivated, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Willingness to travel for project site visits when required.

Sports Direct Malaysia currently operates a total of 41 retail stores domestically and manages a proprietary SportsDirect.com e-commerce site for domestic and regional fulfillment. Sports Direct Malaysia offers over 70 of the leading authentic global sports brands, offering the widest variety of choice and value. The company employs over 1000 staff with a view to expanding rapidly across Asia in the coming years. We have developed a new generation of stores as part of our multi channel elevation strategy, to enhance the customer experience at every step of the journey.

Sports Direct Malaysia currently operates a total of 41 retail stores domestically and manages a proprietary SportsDirect.com e-commerce site for domestic and regional fulfillment. Sports Direct Malaysia offers over 70 of the leading authentic global sports brands, offering the widest variety of choice and value. The company employs over 1000 staff with a view to expanding rapidly across Asia in the coming years. We have developed a new generation of stores as part of our multi channel elevation strategy, to enhance the customer experience at every step of the journey.

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