Senior Project Management Engineer

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Project Management Engineer to lead and coordinate building and infrastructure projects as the client's Project Management Consultant (PMC).

You will be the key person managing design consultants, contractors and authorities to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality and safety standards.

This role is ideal for an experienced civil/structural engineer who enjoys both technical coordination and overall project management.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Design Management

• Act as the client's representative for overall project delivery from planning to handover
• Coordinate and manage the work of architects, civil & structural, mechanical & electrical and other specialist consultants
• Review and monitor design progress, ensuring alignment with client's requirements, budget and programme
• Assist in design reviews, constructability checks and value engineering proposals

Planning, Programme & Progress Control

• Develop and monitor overall project master programme and key milestones
• Chair regular project and site coordination meetings; prepare and issue minutes of meeting and action lists
• Track design and construction progress, identify delays and propose mitigation measures

Contracts, Cost & Documentation

• Coordinate with QS / commercial teams on tender, award and contract administration matters
• Review technical submissions, shop drawings and method statements from contractors
• Assist in managing variation orders, extensions of time and claims from contractors from a project management perspective

Site Coordination & Quality

• Liaise closely with the main contractor and site team to ensure works are carried out in accordance with design drawings, specifications and relevant codes
• Monitor site quality, safety performance and compliance with statutory requirements
• Support resolution of technical and coordination issues that arise during construction

Stakeholder & Authority Liaison

• Coordinate with clients, operator/end-users and other stakeholders to manage expectations and requirements
• Liaise with relevant authorities and utilities where required, together with the design team

Reporting

• Prepare monthly project progress reports, risk registers and issue logs for the client
• Highlight key risks, constraints and recommended actions to management and client representatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 7–10 years relevant working experience in building / infrastructure projects, with at least several years in a project management or PMC role
• Registered with BEM or equivalent professional body (or in progress) is an advantage
• Strong understanding of the full project lifecycle from concept, design, tender, construction to handover
• Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary consultants and contractors
• Good knowledge of construction contracts, programmes and project control
• Proficient in MS Project or equivalent planning tools; good command of MS Office
• Strong communication, coordination and report-writing skills in English (Bahasa Malaysia and/or Chinese is an advantage)
• Able to work independently, manage multiple stakeholders and make practical, timely decisions

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead and manage challenging projects as the client's PMC
• Exposure to full project lifecycle and close collaboration with senior decision makers
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth
• Competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant project management experience and current/expected salary via Indeed.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Contract length: 16 months

Pay: RM6, RM8,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Professional development

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Project management: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person