Quantity Surveyor (Construction)

Basis Bay; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

You will lead capital management, fundraising, tax planning, external stakeholder engagement, and corporate exercises including M&A and IPOs, while ensuring governance and financial stability.

Qualifications

• Must have construction, data centre or engineering project experience.
• Must be able to present to the board and shareholders clearly.
• Membership in MIA or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant financial work experience.

Responsibilities

• Capitalize on capital management and treasury strategies for cash flow optimization.
• Lead fundraising, identify funding sources, and negotiate favourable terms.
• Plan tax strategies to minimize liabilities while ensuring compliance.
• Engage external stakeholders including investors, bankers, auditors and regulators.
• Oversee corporate exercises, due diligence, and deal structuring for M&A.
• Prepare business plans and feasibility studies for expansion and new investments.
• Develop budgets, cash flow forecasts, and financial controls.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Strategic planning

Boardroom presentation

English fluency

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

IPO readiness

Education

Bachelor's/Professional/Master's in Finance/Accountancy/Banking

Tools

Financial modelling (3-statement)

Bursa reporting

ERP systems

Job description

• M anages and controls all financial and contractual aspects of construction and engineering projects from initial feasibility through to final accounts.
• Capital Management and Treasury Operations: Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for efficient capital utilization and optimizing cash flow.
• Fundraising: Strategically planning the company's capital structure by identifying and evaluating diverse funding sources, negotiating favourable terms with potential investors or lenders, preparing comprehensive financial documentation, and cultivating relationships with relevant stakeholders
• Tax Planning: analysing tax laws and regulations to identify opportunities for minimizing tax liabilities while ensuring compliance
• External Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise and collaborate with external parties including potential investors, bankers, auditors, tax agents, legal counsel, and government authorities to ensure compliance, manage financial risks, and maintain robust relationships vital to the company's financial well-being.
• Corporate Exercises and M&A: Lead and execute corporate exercises when necessary, evaluate potential mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships, conducting thorough due diligence, and contributing to negotiations and deal structuring.
• Business Expansion and Feasibility Studies: Prepare detailed business plans, conduct feasibility studies for business expansion initiatives, and assess new investment opportunities, analysing financial viability and potential returns.
• Financial Planning and Control: Develop, monitor, and control budgets, perform cash flow planning, and implement financial forecasting models to support strategic decision-making and ensure financial stability.
• Financial Analysis and Research: Conduct comprehensive ground-work research and financial analysis for new investments, evaluate incentives, grants, and tax benefits in target geographies, contributing to informed investment decisions.
• Accounting and Board-Level Responsibilities: Manage and oversee accounting functions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and present financial reports to the board, offering strategic insights and recommendations.
• Shared Services Oversight (if applicable): Able to oversee Shared Service operations, ensuring efficiency and alignment with the company's financial objectives.
• Financial modelling (3statement) and analysis.
• Listed company experience, bursa reporting, investor relations, corporate exercise activities.

Job Requirements

• Must Have: Experienced with construction projects, data centre or engineering related projects.
• Proficient fluency in English, capable of articulate communication.
• Bachelor's, Professional, or Master's Degree in Finance, Accountancy, Banking, or an equivalent field.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver compelling presentations to the board of directors and shareholders, conveying complex financial information effectively.
• Membership in prestigious professional bodies such as MIA (Malaysian Institute of Accountants) or equivalent is preferred.
• Must Have: Previous hands-on experience in Construction Accounting.
• Preferred: Encompassing Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and Initial Public Offerings (IPOs).
• A minimum of 5 years of extensive and relevant work experience within the related financial field is mandatory for consideration in this role.