Senior Industrial & Science Project Manager

Turner & Townsend; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is recruiting for a project management professional to oversee industrial/pharmaceutical/semiconductor projects in Malaysia. You will define success criteria, develop detailed plans, monitor finances, and manage change with cross-functional teams while ensuring governance and compliance.

Strong English and Mandarin skills are required to liaise with clients and stakeholders. The role emphasizes leading project teams, driving schedules, reporting, and knowledge capture to

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8years' experience in managing Industrial / Pharmaceutical / Semiconductor projects
• Strong knowledge of project management concepts, tools, and techniques.
• Proven experience leading small to medium-sized construction projects of low to medium complexity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and leadership skills; fluency in English and Mandarin required.

Responsibilities

• Define and support the achievement of project success criteria including time, cost, quality, and performance.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and schedules.
• Monitor project finances and ensure alignment with budgetary targets with the project quantity surveyor team.
• Manage change control processes and ensure proper documentation.
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional project teams.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration across all stakeholders.
• Manage the flow of project information through meetings and written communications.
• Maintain effective project governance, processes, and systems.
• Prepare formal project progress reports and other documentation.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, health, and environmental standards.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and consultants throughout all project stages.
• Identify opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and elevate to senior management.
• Ensure key learnings and project data are captured in internal knowledge systems.

Skills

Project management knowledge

Leadership skills

English and Mandarin fluency

Education

Degree in Construction, Project Management, or a related discipline

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Turner & Townsend is recruiting for a project management professional to oversee industrial/pharmaceutical/semiconductor projects in Malaysia. You will define success criteria, develop detailed plans, monitor finances, and manage change with cross-functional teams while ensuring governance and compliance.

Strong English and Mandarin skills are required to liaise with clients and stakeholders. The role emphasizes leading project teams, driving schedules, reporting, and knowledge capture to