Senior Project Manager

IMA AUTOMATION MALAYSIA SDN BHD; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

IMA Automation Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver complex engineering automation projects worldwide, from contract feasibility to installation and closeout.

The role requires 5–10 years of large-scale automation project experience, PMP/IPMA certification is advantageous, and strong leadership and communication skills to guide multidisciplinary teams and manage risks, costs, and schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering degree in a related field.
• 5–10 years of large-scale project management in automation.
• PMP, IPMA or equivalent certification is a strong advantage.
• Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all phases of the project and act as the primary point of contact for customers from order receipt through installation and the warranty period at customer sites worldwide.
• Lead and/or support multiple projects involving the delivery of services or equipment, with the ability to take full responsibility for project costs, schedules, deadlines, and resources, or manage specific phases or scopes when working with other project managers.
• Plan and manage project phases and milestones to optimize costs while meeting technical specifications, quality standards, and customer satisfaction requirements.
• Supervise and coordinate project team activities and closely monitor progress across all project phases.
• Identify deviations, risks, and issues, and propose and implement corrective actions.
• Work closely with customers and suppliers to support strategic decisions and project direction.
• Provide regular project progress reports to management and monitor and forecast project costs in coordination with the Controlling department.
• Coordinate project monitoring and development with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactively contribute ideas and initiatives to continuously improve IMA Automation’s performance.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Multicultural collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Microtechnology/Electronics/Mechanics/Automation or related

Tools

PMP

IPMA

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver complex engineering projects within our automation business. In this role, you will be responsible for managing projects end-to-end, from contract feasibility through installation, customer acceptance, and project closure, ensuring technical compliance, cost control, quality, performance, and adherence to agreed timelines.

You will work closely with cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams, customers, and external suppliers to ensure projects are executed efficiently and in line with internal processes, quality standards, and contractual requirements. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to manage risks, resources, and stakeholders throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise all phases of the project and act as the primary point of contact for customers from order receipt through installation and the warranty period at customer sites worldwide.

Lead and/or support multiple projects involving the delivery of services or equipment, with the ability to take full responsibility for project costs, schedules, deadlines, and resources, or manage specific phases or scopes when working with other project managers.

Plan and manage project phases and milestones to optimize costs while meeting technical specifications, quality standards, and customer satisfaction requirements.

Supervise and coordinate project team activities and closely monitor progress across all project phases.

Identify deviations, risks, and issues, and propose and implement corrective actions.

Work closely with customers and suppliers to support strategic decisions and project direction.

Provide regular project progress reports to management and monitor and forecast project costs in coordination with the Controlling department.

Coordinate project monitoring and development with all internal and external stakeholders.

Proactively contribute ideas and initiatives to continuously improve IMA Automation’s performance.

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Microtechnology, Electronics, Mechanics, Automation, or a related discipline.

PMP, IPMA, or equivalent project management certification is a strong advantage.

5–10 years of proven experience managing large-scale projects in the automation industry.

Excellent communication skills with a proactive, stakeholder-focused mindset.

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with a solution-oriented, results-driven approach.

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams of engineers, technicians, and fitters.

Pragmatic, well-organized, and methodical, with strong prioritization and decision-making skills.

High resilience to stress and the ability to perform effectively in complex, fast-paced environments.

Comfortable working in a multicultural and international setting.

Proficient in English; additional language skills are an advantage.

Machinery & Automation 51-100 employees

AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS FOR ASSEMBLYIMA is a globally unique group in the automation industry, dedicated to offering its clients a wide range of technological solutions and products covering several market segments such as Beverage and Infusion, Personal Care and Pharmaceuticals, Assembly platforms and machines, Hi-Tech automated lines, robotic systems. IMA Automation has gained many years of experience by designing and building assembly systems for a great variety of plastic components for various industries. AN OUTSIDE-THE-BOX APPROACH The group strength is to offer custom solutions using all of its technical and technological skills. All you need is the idea of the product to be assembled, we will deal with the rest, no matter how complex or particular the final object is. PROVEN EXPERTISE FOR YOUR INNOVATIVE POJECTSIMA Malaysia designs turn-key assembly solutions for the medical device industry. Drawing on innovative technologies and comprehensive knowledge of applications, IMA Malaysia provides engineered solutions that support medical device projects at every stage in the product development life cycle that allow present and future market leaders to achieve their production goals. .

AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS FOR ASSEMBLYIMA is a globally unique group in the automation industry, dedicated to offering its clients a wide range of technological solutions and products covering several market segments such as Beverage and Infusion, Personal Care and Pharmaceuticals, Assembly platforms and machines, Hi-Tech automated lines, robotic systems. IMA Automation has gained many years of experience by designing and building assembly systems for a great variety of plastic components for various industries. AN OUTSIDE-THE-BOX APPROACH The group strength is to offer custom solutions using all of its technical and technological skills. All you need is the idea of the product to be assembled, we will deal with the rest, no matter how complex or particular the final object is. PROVEN EXPERTISE FOR YOUR INNOVATIVE POJECTSIMA Malaysia designs turn-key assembly solutions for the medical device industry. Drawing on innovative technologies and comprehensive knowledge of applications, IMA Malaysia provides engineered solutions that support medical device projects at every stage in the product development life cycle that allow present and future market leaders to achieve their production goals. .