Assistant Manager jobs in Malaysia

• Project Lifecycle Ownership – Lead retail projects through all phases, including feasibility, consultant appointment, design development, authority approval, construction, completion, and handover.
• Consultant Management – Manage the selection, appointment, and performance of consultants, ensuring timely and quality delivery of designs, reports, and approvals.
• Authority Submissions & Approvals – Oversee all statutory submissions, liaise with relevant authorities, and ensure all permits and approvals are obtained on schedule.
• Project Planning & Scheduling – Develop project execution plans, master schedules, and milestones; monitor progress and implement corrective actions to achieve project objectives.
• Cost & Contract Control – Manage project budgets, procurement, tender evaluations, contracts, variation orders, and overall cost control to safeguard financial performance.
• Construction Management – Supervise site activities, resolve construction challenges, monitor quality and safety standards, and ensure timely delivery of works.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Coordinate closely with internal teams (Retail Planning, Leasing, Design Fit-Out, Operations, Carpark, Finance) and external stakeholders (contractors, consultants, tenants, and authorities).
• Problem-Solving & Issue Resolution – Anticipate and resolve project risks, conflicts, and delays through proactive management and solution-oriented decision‑making.
• Meetings & Reporting – Chair site meetings, issue accurate minutes, track action items, and provide management with clear project status reports.
• Handover & Defects Management – Ensure smooth transition from construction to operations through joint inspections, defect rectification, and project closure reporting.

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Construction/Project Management, or equivalent.

Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, RICS, or Professional Engineer/Registered Architect would be an added advantage.

Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience in project management.

Experience in retail mall developments/refurbishments or tenant coordination is highly preferred.

Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver projects successfully under tight deadlines.