Project Planning Manager (Property Developer)

Jobstreet Malaysia; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobstreet Malaysia in Johor Bahru is seeking a Project Planning Manager for our Property Developer portfolio. Based in Johor Bahru, you will own project planning activities and work closely with senior management, contractors, and stakeholders to drive on-time, on-budget project delivery.

The role demands a minimum of 5 years in project planning/managing within property development, with strong scheduling, budgeting, and regulatory knowledge in Malaysia. This is a full-time, on-site position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of project planning or project management experience within property development.
• Strong scheduling, budgeting, and cost control expertise.
• Knowledge of construction processes and Malaysia property development regulations.
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills; ability to manage multiple projects.
• Diploma in civil engineering, architecture, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Lead feasibility studies and investment reviews for property development.
• Monitor progress against baselines and manage schedule and budget variances.
• Coordinate with architecture, engineering, and construction teams.
• Prepare detailed project plans, risk assessments, and procurement schedules.
• Liaise with authorities, consultants, and contractors to secure approvals.
• Prepare progress reports and presentations for senior management.
• Support tender processes and contractor selection to ensure competitive and quality outcomes.

Job description

Project Planning Manager (Property Developer)

A Johor Bahru Based Project Planning Manager (Property Developer) is required to join our dynamic team on a full-time basis. The successful applicant will take ownership of project planning activities across our property development portfolio. As Project Planning Manager, you will be instrumental in ensuring our construction projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. This role is critical to the success of our development initiatives and will see you working closely with senior management, contractors, and stakeholders to drive project excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Focuses includes and not limited to Property Development project feasibility studies, project investment reviews, future development master plan, land acquisitions, JV opportunities, through project implementation and Completion (CCC).
• Monitor project progress against established baselines, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions to maintain schedule and budget adherence
• Coordinate with architectural, engineering, and construction teams to ensure seamless project execution and delivery
• Prepare and maintain detailed project documentation, including plans, reports, risk assessments, and procurement schedules
• Conduct resource planning and allocation to optimise team productivity and project efficiency
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including local authorities, consultants, and contractors, to facilitate approvals and smooth project progression
• Identify and manage project risks, developing mitigation strategies to minimise potential impacts on project delivery
• Prepare regular progress reports and presentations for senior management and project stakeholders
• Support tender processes and contractor selection to ensure competitive and quality outcomes

What we're looking for

• Minimum 5 years of project planning or project management experience within property development (Property Developer)
• Demonstrated expertise in project scheduling, budgeting, and cost control methodologies
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, building regulations, and property development workflows in Malaysia
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management capabilities
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget
• Min. diploma in civil engineering, architectural or similar.

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