project manager (high-rise development - kl)

Randstad Staffing; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Staffing in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end property development projects in Kuala Lumpur. You will drive schedules, budgets, and cross-functional teams from planning through handover, ensuring quality and safety standards.

The role requires a Civil Engineering background, 7+ years in property development, and a proven track record in high-rise or mixed-use TOD projects, with strong knowledge of local regulations and contractual frameworks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• 7+ years of progressive project management experience in property developers.
• Track record in high-rise or mixed-use TOD developments from inception to completion.
• In-depth knowledge of local authority processes, UBBL, PAM/FIDIC contracts, and construction financial management.

Responsibilities

• Full-Lifecycle Project Management: drive schedules, budgets, cash flow and resources across all phases.
• Consultant & Design Leadership: direct multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimized design and compliance.
• Statutory Approvals & Authority Liaison: secure planning permissions and CCC via negotiations.
• Construction & Site Oversight: direct main contractors, audit QA/QC, manage contracts and VOs.
• Cross-Departmental Alignment: coordinate with sales, marketing, procurement, legal, and finance.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering

C&S background

Property development

Mixed development

High rise development

Civil & structural

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

about the company

A well-established, publicly listed property developer recognised for residential towers and commercial hubs across Peninsular Malaysia. The company leverages deep engineering heritage and in-house execution capability to deliver quality urban spaces. The corporate environment is execution-focused, and centered on operational excellence, offering property professionals a hands‑on environment to drive major urban developments.

about the job

As a Project Manager, you will take end-to-end operational and commercial ownership of assigned property development projects. Operating from early planning through to vacant possession, you will lead cross-functional consultant teams, direct site execution, manage project financials, and drive milestone delivery while upholding strict quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full-Lifecycle Project Management: Drive project schedules, master budgets, cash flow projections, and resources across all execution phases—from site acquisition/pre-development to construction and final delivery.
• Consultant & Design Leadership: Appoint and direct multidisciplinary consultant teams (architects, civil/structural engineers, M&E, QS) to ensure optimized design, statutory compliance, and cost efficiency.
• Statutory Approvals & Authority Liaison: Lead negotiations and expedite submissions with local municipal councils, land offices, and utility providers to secure timely planning permissions, building plan approvals, and Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC).
• Construction & Site Oversight: Direct main contractors and project execution teams on-site, resolving complex technical bottlenecks, auditing QA/QC, and managing contract variation orders (VOs).
• Cross-Departmental Alignment: Collaborate closely with internal sales, marketing, procurement, legal, and finance teams to support project positioning, launch readiness, and smooth Vacant Possession (VP) handovers.

skills or qualifications needed

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive project management experience within property developers.
• Proven track record of managing high‑rise residential, mixed‑use commercial, or transit‑oriented developments (TOD) from inception to completion.
• In-depth mastery of local authority processes, Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL), standard contract forms (e.g., PAM/FIDIC), and construction financial management.

skills

project manager, civil engineering, C&S background, property development, mixed development, high rise development, civil & structural

qualifications

no additional qualifications required

education

Bachelor Degree