Project Manager/Senior Project Manager (Palm Oil/Agriculture/Plantation)

Hiredly X; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johor Bahru seeks a Project Manager to oversee project execution from planning to completion. The ideal candidate will lead a cross-functional team, engage with clients, and ensure all project deliverables are met. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering and significant experience in Palm Oil or related industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in project management.
• Experience in Palm Oil/Agriculture/Plantation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in managing project opportunities and client engagements.
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination among teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Planning

Communication

Problem Solving

Leadership

Decision Making

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Civil Engineering

Related Field Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Word

Job description

The ideal candidate will have experience in managing a project from start to finish. This candidate will be able to create a plan of action which will consider a fixed timeline and evaluate risks. This individual should also have experience managing people and be an effective communicator.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible to lead the team to identify & pursue new project opportunities through networking, client outreach & industry events.
• Responsible to train, oversee and lead the team to be capable in managing and coordinating all work enquiries from customers, including of but not limited to managing tender invitation, preparation of tender, preparation of technical proposal, cost estimation, project schedule, enquiries and calls from clients.
• Responsible in leading the team to facilitate the whole tender, sales enquiry process to obtaining project and sales order.
• Responsible to deal with clients to get the details and clarify specific requirements of each tender.
• Responsible to oversee and ensure the team is working on design for new enquiries and obtain costing for fabrication and equipment with the team
• Responsible to oversee and ensure the team is well verse on CAD (Computer-aided design) software, such as AutoCAD to create drawing.
• Responsible to review construction plans & preparing quantity requirements. Scrutinizing fabrication & material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deal.
• Ensure the team follow up the outstanding sales quotation and negotiate with the respective stakeholders.
• Ensure the team follow up the necessary job orders from clients and handover all documents to Project Management Teams, to monitor the work progress of the awarded job.
• Monitor the purchases well and ensure all material and equipment are purchased accordingly without delay.
• Liaise with the finance to ensure the proper documentations have been submitted to finance team to arrange for the invoices to clients on time.
• Build and maintain strong relationship with clients at all times by understanding their needs & expectations.
• Actively involved in project management through robust working list control and monitoring across various stakeholders.
• Project Planning & Execution by developing comprehensive project plans. Ensure adherence to project schedule. Assist in developing & maintaining detailed project schedule, identifying critical path & monitoring progress.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress, quality & safety with contractors and customers.
• Coordinate with project team members, contractors and suppliers to ensure effective communication & collaboration
• Lead & manage a cross functional team. Assign task, monitor & provide guidance to ensure project success
• Prepare regular project reports, including progress updates, financial report & risk assessment. Prepare technical reports, documentation & project update with project stakeholders

Requirement:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Civil Engineering or any other related field.
• 5 to 10 years of working experience in Palm Oil / Agriculture / Plantation would be an added advantage
• Preference will be given to someone who come from Palm Oil / Agriculture / Plantation / Construction background
• Proven record of leading a team and project management experience & ability
• Able to work as a team player with other stakeholders and work independently in a dynamic environment
• Possess good skill sets on planning and execution, communication, problem solving, leadership and decision making
• Strong analytical skill and attention to details
• Resourceful, flexible and dynamic personality would be an added advantage
• Good with reporting and analysis, good skill set for excel and word and overall good Project Management abilities