PROJECT MANAGER

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We are looking for a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Project Manager to lead and manage hospital-related projects, from concept to completion. You will play a key role in planning, executing, and delivering projects on time, within scope and budget—ensuring alignment with strategic goals and regulatory standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all inclusive.

1. Lead the end to end project management of development projects, from master planning to commissioning.
2. Develop, manage and monitor project roadmaps, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and internal guidelines, and adhere to regulatory requirements of Health, Safety & Environment.
3. Oversee design development, planning approvals, and procurement processes, including review and recommendations to construction and M&E drawings and specifications.
4. Plan, implement and monitor construction activities to ensure timely execution and completion based on schedule and in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
5. Manage site inspections with consultants, authorities and clerk of work and evaluate and verify contractor’s time.
6. Coordinate and liaise with architects, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
7. Lead project meetings with internal and external stakeholders and provide regular updates to senior management.
8. Develop and monitor project budgets, ensuring cost control and financial accountability.
9. Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve project roadblocks proactively.
10. Ensure compliance with all local, state, and national regulations for construction and operations.
11. Manage licensing and accreditation processes, including approvals from relevant government agencies.
12. Oversee environmental and sustainability considerations, ensuring adherence to green building standards.
13. Ensure high-quality standards in design, construction, and fit-out to meet operational needs.
14. Implement project governance frameworks and best practices in construction and commissioning.
15. Any other ad-hoc assignments as assigned by HOD.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, licenses, certifications, and experience required to fulfill the essential duties, including computer skills as required.

Bachelor’s degree/Post Graduate Diploma / Professional Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or any related field.

Specialization in Civil Engineering, Construction, Structural is a plus.

PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent is a plus.

Minimum 8-10 years of experience in project management or related field, with at least 5 years’ experience in infrastructure or large-scale development projects.

Familiarity with clinical requirements (MOH) is an added advantage.

Proven track record of successfully managing and executing development projects in Malaysia. Exposure to regional markets in Southeast Asia (Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia) and healthcare is a plus.

Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, local regulatory requirements and project design principles.

Possess a high level of integrity and honesty, with the ability to maintain confidentiality.

How do your skills match this job?

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a project manager?
• How many years of project management experience do you have?
• Which of the following PMI certifications have you completed?

Established in 2008, Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara is the flagship hospital of TMC Life Sciences Berhad, one of the fastest growing healthcare groups in Malaysia. We provide outstanding, value-based medical care to the highest standards through world-class facilities and comprehensive medical and surgical services. Located in a prime alcove in greater Kuala Lumpur, THKD is easily accessible via all modes of transportation, including the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system.

As a multidisciplinary tertiary hospital, we house a panel of over 100 Consultant Specialists with internationally accredited qualifications from institutions across the globe. With our state-of-the-art medical technology and modern facilities, we are able to deliver world-class quality of care to local, regional, and international patients.

In line with our vision of being an international healthcare hub, THKD is embarking on an expansion project that will triple its capacity from 205 to 600 beds, complete with new centres of excellence, health screening centre, additional operating theatres and specialist clinics, exciting concept stores and plenty of parking space. Targeted to complete by 2021, the expansion will make THKD one of the largest private hospitals in the region.

A member of Thomson Medical Group Limited, Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara is committed to providing premier, private integrated healthcare services to customers all over the world.