Senior Project Manager (Industrial & Science) - Penang

Turner & Townsend; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced project manager in Batu Kawan, Penang, Malaysia. The role involves leading project delivery from planning to close-out while acting as the primary contact for clients and managing project cost, schedule, and compliance.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Construction or Project Management with 15 years of experience in large-scale projects. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to mentor junior managers.

Qualifications

• 15 years’ experience in managing advanced manufacturing or large scale projects.
• Proven experience leading small to medium-sized construction projects of low to medium complexity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management delivery including planning, execution, monitoring, and close-out.
• Act as the primary point of contact for senior client stakeholders and consultants.
• Manage project cost, schedule, risk, and quality in accordance with approved baselines.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards and client requirements.

Skills

Project management concepts

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Construction, Project Management, or related discipline

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end project management delivery including planning, execution, monitoring, and close‑out
• Act as the primary point of contact for senior client stakeholders and consultants
• Manage project cost, schedule, risk, and quality in accordance with approved baselines
• Coordinate multidisciplinary internal teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards, statutory regulations, and client requirements
• Manage change control, claims, and commercial matters in collaboration with commercial teams
• Support tender proposals, project handovers, and lessons‑learned reviews
• Mentor junior project managers and contribute to team capability development

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• 15 years’ experience in managing advanced manufacturing or large scale 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 required.