Strategic Programme Lead

TURNER & TOWNSEND SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend SDN. BHD. in Kuala Lumpur seeks a seasoned Programme Manager to shape and deliver large-scale programmes across real estate, infrastructure and financial projects.

You will lead multi-workstream initiatives, manage senior stakeholders, and ensure delivery against scope, timelines, budgets and benefits. This role requires 12+ years’ experience, professional certifications, and strong governance, analytical and communication skills to drive successful outcomes in Malaysia's

Qualifications

• Degree in project management or equivalent field.
• 12+ years delivering large, complex programmes; financial institutions experience preferred.
• Proven track record managing multi-workstream initiatives and senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving capabilities.
• Certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, MSP) advantageous.
• Strong programme and project management expertise.
• Good financial and commercial awareness.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong influencing skills with credibility at senior levels.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and shape programme strategy, roadmap, and delivery approach in line with organisational goals.
• Drive alignment across functions, ensuring clarity of objectives, priorities, and expected outcomes.
• Provide strategic guidance to senior stakeholders to support effective decision-making.
• Establish and maintain robust governance frameworks to support structured delivery and oversight.
• Ensure adherence to internal standards, methodologies, and quality expectations.
• Oversee risk, issue, and dependency management, ensuring timely escalation and resolution.
• Support programme assurance activities, including reviews and compliance requirements.
• Lead end-to-end programme delivery, ensuring scope, timelines, budgets, and benefits are achieved.
• Monitor programme performance through defined metrics and reporting.
• Facilitate governance forums and enable clear, timely communication of progress and risks.
• Coordinate cross-functional workstreams, ensuring alignment, accountability, and delivery discipline.

Skills

Stakeholder mgmt

Excel/PowerPoint

Strategic thinking

Risk management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in project management or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Turner & Townsend SDN. BHD. in Kuala Lumpur seeks a seasoned Programme Manager to shape and deliver large-scale programmes across real estate, infrastructure and financial projects.

You will lead multi-workstream initiatives, manage senior stakeholders, and ensure delivery against scope, timelines, budgets and benefits. This role requires 12+ years’ experience, professional certifications, and strong governance, analytical and communication skills to drive successful outcomes in Malaysia's