Chief Executive Officer

Akademi Binaan Malaysia (Sabah) Sdn Bhd (ABM Wilayah Sabah) is a CIDB Malaysia assessment and training centre. The aim of establishment is to meet the needs for the development and improvement of skills for construction workers. ABM Wilayah Sabah focuses on equipping construction personnel with appropriate competencies according to industry standards. We wish to invite qualified Malaysian to fill the following vacancy:

Post

Chief Executive Officer (ABM Wilayah Sabah)

Location

Akademi Binaan Malaysia Wilayah Sabah, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Job description

Chief Executive Officer (ABM Wilayah Sabah) oversees the overall company activities align with the vision and mission in developing the education and skills training agenda at the national and international levels, which includes:

A.     Leadership

• Direct the company in keeping with the vision outlined for the company by the Board of Directors.
• Develop the vision and strategic plan of the ABM Region under his/her leadership.
• Act as a professional advisor to the Board of Directors on all aspects of ABM activities.
• Act as a spokesperson for ABM (depending on relevant matters).
• Represent ABM in activities both domestically and internationally to enhance ABM's image

B.      Operations planning and management

• Develop ABM's operational plan that contains goals and performance targets to achieve the organization's strategy.
• Ensure the effectiveness of ABM's operations.
• Draft policies and procedures for the approval of the Board of Directors.

C.      Program planning and management

• Plan, implement and evaluate training programs and services offered by ABM.
• Ensure that programs conducted by ABM contribute to ABM's mission and reflect the organization's current priorities.

D.     Human resource planning and management

• Identify ABM's human resource needs.
• Recruit, interview and select key management or position staff who have the technical and personal capabilities to achieve ABM's mission.
• Ensure that ABM has and implement training and development plans required by staff.
• Implement the performance management process for all staff on an ongoing basis and conduct annual performance appraisals.

E.      Financial Planning and Management

• Prepare a comprehensive budget.
• Approve expenditures within the scope of authority delegated by the Board of Directors.
• Manage the organization's finances in accordance with the approved budget.
• Prepare comprehensive income and expenditure reports on a consistent basis for the CEO of CIDB Holdings and the Board of Directors.

F Community Relations & Advocacy

• Establish strategic relationships and good collaboration with community groups, government agencies and other organizations to achieve the goals of ABM

Requirement

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree; Master's Degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification is preferred.
• Over 15 years of work experience with minimum 7 years of management experience.
• Knowledge of human capital development.
• Knowledge of project management techniques, quality assurance, training and development.
• Relevant work experience in the construction industry.
• Demonstrate effective leadership characteristics and behaviors.
• Positive working attitude.
• Strong sense of integrity, result oriented and capable to work under tight deadlines.
• Good command of written and spoken in Bahasa Malaysia and English.
• Good presentation and communication skill with ability to interact with all levels.
• Willingness to work for longer hours. Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
• Manage and build positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work across organizations and interact or influence effectively with industry leaders and professionals.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical and decision-making skills
• Proven verbal communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences, convey complex information in an easily understandable manner, and prepare and deliver presentations to the Board of Directors.
• Ability to manage and monitor multiple projects in line with strategy, strategic decision-making, and proven project management skills
• Good computer skills in word processing, financial management, electronic mail and the Internet
• Must be willing to be base in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
• The position is in contract basis (2 years), with consideration to be absorbed to a permanent position if suitable.
• Possess own transport with a valid driving license and willing to travel.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive resume, certified copies of relevant certificates, expected salary and passport size photograph (n.r) to the address below no later than 12 December 2025.

Application can also be made via email to

CIDB HOLDINGS SDN BHD

Level 26, CIDB 520, The MET Corporate Towers,

No 20, Jalan Dutamas 2, 50480 Kuala Lumpur

Please state the position applied for at the top left corner of the envelope. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.