Senior Project Planning & Development Manager

ECO TROPICS DEVELOPMENT SDN BHD; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

EcoWorld Malaysia is seeking a Manager, Project Planning & Development to lead the full planning lifecycle of property development projects, from concept through to implementation, ensuring alignment with objectives and regulatory requirements. You will coordinate internal and external stakeholders, drive authority approvals, and integrate digital planning tools (GIS, BIM, MS Project) to enhance outcomes.

The role requires leadership, cross-functional coordination, and a track record in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, Civil & Structural Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Urban Planning, or related discipline.
• Accreditation in Project Management or Urban Planning is an added advantage.
• At least 7 years’ experience in project planning, town planning, or real estate development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage external consultants.
• Proven track record of securing statutory approvals, including building plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead early-stage planning, including feasibility studies, site analysis, and concept design alignment.
• Evaluate land use, infrastructure readiness, and commercial viability using GIS tools and financial models.
• Coordinate with land planning, marketing, and product development teams to shape initial concepts.
• Oversee the development of submission drawings, layouts, and technical documents for authority approvals.
• Liaise with town planners, architects, and engineers to ensure compliance with planning requirements.
• Coordinate with relevant government authorities to obtain all statutory and regulatory approvals, including planning approvals, infrastructure clearances, and building plan approvals.
• Ensure submission timelines are met, and all documentation is accurately tracked and archived.
• Review and coordinate detailed design drawings from consultants, including architectural, civil & structural, and mechanical & electrical disciplines.
• Conduct technical reviews, clash detection, and design validation using BIM 360, AutoCAD, and other tools.
• Ensure seamless integration of infrastructure, landscape, mechanical & electrical, civil & structural, and architectural elements to support implementation readiness.
• Work closely with authorities and certification bodies to ensure compliance with all technical and safety standards.

Skills

GIS tools

BIM

AutoCAD

MS Project

Primavera P6

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, Civil & Structural Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Urban Planning

Tools

BIM 360

AutoCAD

GIS

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

EcoWorld Malaysia is seeking a Manager, Project Planning & Development to lead the full planning lifecycle of property development projects, from concept through to implementation, ensuring alignment with objectives and regulatory requirements. You will coordinate internal and external stakeholders, drive authority approvals, and integrate digital planning tools (GIS, BIM, MS Project) to enhance outcomes.

The role requires leadership, cross-functional coordination, and a track record in