Project Manager (Plant Improvement)

Hume Cement Sdn Bhd; Gopeng; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hume Cement Sdn Bhd seeks a seasoned Project Manager to lead plant improvements and CAPEX projects from planning to handover. You will coordinate with management, operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure smooth execution and clear communication.

The role requires strong project management skills with expertise in planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management, plus familiarity with cement plant construction processes and production tech.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (e.g., Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering) or a related field.
• A Master's degree in project management or construction management is an added advantage for more significant projects.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale construction projects, preferably within the cement industry or similar heavy industrial sectors.
• Previous experience in project management or project leadership roles is often required.
• Strong project management skills, including project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Ability to create comprehensive project plans, set achievable milestones, and monitor progress throughout the project lifecycle.
• Familiarity with cement plant construction processes and equipment installation.
• Understanding of cement production technologies and engineering principles related to cement manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage plant improvement and CAPEX projects from planning through completion and handover.
• Coordinate with management, operations, maintenance, and engineering teams for smooth execution and communication.
• Prepare project proposals, budgets, cost estimates, and CAPEX documentation for approval.
• Ensure all projects comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives including productivity, reliability, and operational excellence programs.
• Monitor plant and equipment performance, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend solutions.
• Track project progress, costs, timelines, and resources to ensure delivery on schedule and within budget.
• Lead, coach, and develop project team members in a high-performance environment.
• Participate in daily operational meetings and provide regular project updates to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Maintenance.

Skills

Project management

Planning

Scheduling

Budgeting

Risk management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in project management or construction management

Job description

Lead and manage plant improvement and CAPEX projects from planning through to successful completion and handover.

Coordinate with management, operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure smooth project execution and communication.

Prepare project proposals, budgets, cost estimates, and CAPEX documentation for management approval.

Ensure all projects comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including productivity, reliability, and operational excellence programs.

Monitor plant and equipment performance, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend solutions to enhance efficiency and availability.

Track project progress, costs, timelines, and resources to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.

Lead, coach, and develop project team members while fostering a positive and high-performance work environment.

Participate in daily operational meetings and provide regular project updates to management.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Maintenance.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in engineering (e.g., Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering) or a related field.

A Master's degree in project management or construction management is an added advantage for more significant projects.

Proven experience in managing large-scale construction projects, preferably within the cement industry or similar heavy industrial sectors.

Previous experience in project management or project leadership roles is often required.

Strong project management skills, including project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.

Ability to create comprehensive project plans, set achievable milestones, and monitor progress throughout the project lifecycle.

Familiarity with cement plant construction processes and equipment installation.

Understanding of cement production technologies and engineering principles related to cement manufacturing.

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Hume Cement Sdn Bhd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hume Industries Berhad; a member of Hong Leong Group, started operation in 2012 with the aim of offering a complete supply chain solution that meets customers' needs. We have an integrated cement plant located in Gopeng, Malaysia, that utilizes ground-breaking technology. Our cement manufacturing processes comply with international manufacturing and service standards such as MS ISO 9001 and MS ISO 14001. Our products are international standard certified MS EN197-1:2014 and MS EN 413-1:2012 recognition.

Hume Cement is led by a team of dedicated and experienced professionals that continue to propel the company forward with all the latest industry technical innovations. This strong combination of hardware (our state-of-the-art-plant) and software (our skilled work force) sets Hume Cement apart from the rest.

Hume Cement also places great importance on going green and adopts various environmentally-friendly processes. It is our consistent pursuit to be an ever improving energy-saving cement plant while maintaining the highest quality standards for all our products.

Hume Cement Sdn Bhd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hume Industries Berhad; a member of Hong Leong Group, started operation in 2012 with the aim of offering a complete supply chain solution that meets customers' needs. We have an integrated cement plant located in Gopeng, Malaysia, that utilizes ground-breaking technology. Our cement manufacturing processes comply with international manufacturing and service standards such as MS ISO 9001 and MS ISO 14001. Our products are international standard certified MS EN197-1:2014 and MS EN 413-1:2012 recognition.

Hume Cement is led by a team of dedicated and experienced professionals that continue to propel the company forward with all the latest industry technical innovations. This strong combination of hardware (our state-of-the-art-plant) and software (our skilled work force) sets Hume Cement apart from the rest.

Hume Cement also places great importance on going green and adopts various environmentally-friendly processes. It is our consistent pursuit to be an ever improving energy-saving cement plant while maintaining the highest quality standards for all our products.

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