Assistant Project Manager

About the role

Assist the Project Manager in planning, managing, and executing construction projects from commencement to completion. Develop and monitor project plans, construction schedules, budgets, and key milestones. Coordinate and lead project teams, contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure timely and quality project delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor daily site progress, workmanship, quality, safety, and compliance with approved drawings and specifications
• Identify potential project risks, delays, technical issues, and site constraints, and implement appropriate corrective and preventive actions
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, authorities, and senior management
• Ensure all construction activities comply with relevant Malaysian laws, regulations, contract requirements, approved plans, and industry standards
• Monitor project costs, progress claims, variations, materials, manpower, and resource utilisation
• Attend site meetings and assist in preparing progress reports, meeting minutes, site reports, and other project documentation
• Troubleshoot construction and technical issues and ensure timely follow-up and resolution
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to the project team to achieve project objectives
• Promote a strong culture of accountability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement on site

About you

• Minimum Diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building, or a related field; Bachelor's Degree is preferred
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in construction or project management, preferably in high-rise, residential, condominium, or commercial projects
• Proven experience in assisting or managing construction projects from commencement to completion
• Hands-on experience in at least two core functions, such as technical coordination, quantity surveying/cost control, site operations, or project planning
• Strong understanding of construction processes, project scheduling, cost control, quality management, and site coordination
• Good knowledge of relevant Malaysian construction, engineering, occupational safety, and regulatory requirements
• Excellent leadership, team coordination, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with different levels of stakeholders
• Analytical, proactive, and able to identify project risks and resolve site issues effectively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of AutoCAD, MS Project, or other project management software is an advantage
• CIDB Green Card and relevant safety certifications will be an added advantage
• Able to work independently, under pressure, and meet project deadlines
• Willing to travel to and work at project sites as required
• Required languages: Bahasa Melayu, English, and Mandarin, with the ability to communicate effectively with Mandarin-speaking clients and stakeholders