Project Manager (Fit out background)

Zig Zag Builders; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing construction and project management company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Project Manager. This role involves planning, executing, and monitoring projects while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of site experience and be adept in construction-related disciplines. Strong project management and communication skills are essential for success. Engage in a collaborative work culture with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of site experience.
• Experience in fit-out projects would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor projects ensuring customer requirements are met.
• Conduct handover quality control inspection at planned intervals.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Critical thinking

In-depth understanding of renovation procedures and materials

Statistical analysis

Organizing and time management

Collaboration and team work

Ability to motivate a workforce

Education

Diploma or Degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and monitor projects and ensure customers and all interested parties’ requirements are met.
• Determine resources needed (manpower, equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations.
• Develop risk assessments for projects to prevent/ minimize operation risks that could affect the project delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Track changes to the design and/ or renovation works and adjust work schedule accordingly.
• Monitor manpower and work progress at project site to ensure work is done according to construction drawings and work schedule; ensure quality and work safety requirements are met.
• Obtain permits and licenses from appropriate authorities.
• Preparation and submission of relevant project documents required by authorities/ customers.
• Acquire equipment and material and monitor stocks to timely handle inadequacies.
• Conduct site meetings with internal team and contractors to follow-up on project/ work progress; demand necessary action required to ensure project deadlines and requirements are met.
• Conduct handover quality control inspection at planned intervals and prepare inspection report; ensure defects/ nonconformance identified are rectified.
• Prepare weekly progress report (not applicable for retail works).
• Customer Relationship Management: Collaborate with consultants, engineers, architects etc. to ensure the specifications of the project are met.
• Attend project site meetings with consultants, engineers, architects etc. and report project/ work progress; responsible for action required to ensure project deadlines and requirements are met.
• Carry out immediate correction on customer complaints, investigate root cause and implement corrective action to prevent recurrence of the issue.

Supplier and Contractor Relationship Management

• Hire contractors and other contract workers and allocate responsibilities.
• Monitor and verify supplier and contractor work done.
• Feedback/ raise complaint to Commercial Manager when nonconformance/ issues arise.

Performance Management

• Monitor subordinates’ work performance through monitoring, mentoring and providing guidance and support.
• Prepare and submit performance management reports to Managing Director.
• Identify areas of improvement based on the performance management report.

Quality Management System

• Ensure effective implementation of company policy and departmental standard operating procedures.
• Support other internal customers in operations to ensure products and services meet customer and other interested parties’ requirements.
• Ensure proper document and record keeping in Project department.

Requirements

Education

• Diploma or Degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying or related field.

Experience

• At least 5 years of site experience.
• Experience in fit-out projects would be an advantage.

Skill

• Project management.
• Communication.
• Critical thinking.
• In-depth understanding of renovation procedures and materials.
• Statistical analysis.
• Organizing and time management.
• Collaboration and team work.
• Ability to motivate a workforce.

Zig Zag Builders (M) Sdn. Bhd. is a fast-growing construction and project management company under the reputable Signature Alliance Group (SAG), listed on Bursa Malaysia. SAG is a merger between Space Alliance Contracts (SAC) and Zig Zag Builders, combining expertise to deliver innovative, high-quality interior fit-out and construction solutions. Our operations span design, project management, manufacturing, and construction. With a collaborative culture and commitment to growth, we offer career opportunities for those passionate about building the future.