Project Manager, Structural - “High-Rise & Complex Buildings”

Project Manager – High-Rise & Complex Buildings I Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

You will join our High-Rise & Complex Buildings Department

As our new Project Manager, you will be part of our global High-Rise department, Ramboll’s dedicated team of high-rise experts which have designed over 150 tall building projects globally, including some of the most technically challenging. You would be responsible to coordinate with project managers and/or engineers for Analysis and Design work in the High-Rise department.

Role overview

Lead and drive delivery of a portfolio of building projects i.e. residential, commercial, mixed‑use, institutional, etc. across Malaysia. You will be accountable for project performance (schedule, budget, quality, safety), client relationships, commercial outcomes and technical integrity, while developing the Buildings team and contributing to the practice’s growth strategy.

Key responsibilities

• End‑to‑end leadership of multiple medium-to-large building projects from pre‑construction to handover and post‑occupancy support.
• Project budgeting, forecasting, cost control, commercial negotiations, variations and claims.
• Ensure timely billing and proactive collection management to maintain healthy cashflow; coordinate with finance to resolve invoicing issues and drive receivable recovery
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary consultant teams and contractors; lead technical design reviews and approvals.
• Provide technical direction for civil, structural, façade, MEP interfaces, foundations and complex buildability issues.
• Oversee programme management across projects; identify critical path, mitigate delays and re‑optimise resources.
• Ensure strict compliance with Malaysian statutory requirements (UBBL, MS, local authority processes, DOSH) and Ramboll quality standards.
• Implement robust risk management, HSE and QA/QC systems; drive continuous improvement and lessons‑learned processes.
• Champion digital delivery: BIM (Revit, Navisworks, clash detection), digital workflows and information management.
• Mentor and develop technical staff, build capability within the Buildings team and promote knowledge sharing.
• Prepare and present project and portfolio reports, dashboards and strategic updates to senior management and clients.

Required qualifications & experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Approximately 12 years’ relevant professional experience with a strong track record of managing building projects; minimum 8 years in a PM role.
• Proven experience delivering projects in Malaysia with familiarity of local statutory approvals and construction practices.
• Demonstrable experience managing multi‑disciplinary teams, negotiating complex contracts and achieving commercial targets.

Technical skills & tools

• Strong technical knowledge of common building systems (RC, steel, composite), envelopes, refurbishment methods, basements and foundation solutions.
• Practical construction methodology and buildability understanding.
• Proficient in BIM workflows (Revit, Navisworks) and project tools (Primavera/MS Project, MS Office).
• Competent in contract administration and commercial management.

Core competencies & behaviours

• Strategic leadership, commercial mindset and decisive problem solving.
• Excellent client engagement, negotiating and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage ambiguity, prioritise across a portfolio and deliver under pressure.
• Collaborative, mentoring approach with strong communication skills.
• Commitment to safety, sustainability and Ramboll’s values.

Why Join Us?
Joining our team means becoming part of an innovative and forward-thinking organization that values expertise, creativity, and collaboration. We are committed to fostering an environment where professionals thrive and contribute to meaningful, high-impact projects.

• Challenging Projects: Work on cutting-edge projects that push the boundaries of facade design and engineering, contributing to some of the most iconic structures in the region.
• Career Growth: We provide opportunities for professional development, continuous learning, and career advancement. Your success is our success.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive and dynamic team that encourages open communication, idea-sharing, and teamwork.
• Innovation-Driven Environment: Leverage state-of-the-art tools, technologies, and methodologies to deliver exceptional solutions.
• Global Exposure: Gain valuable experience working in a multicultural and diverse setting, engaging with stakeholders from around the world.
• Work-Life Balance: We value the well-being of our team members and promote a balanced approach to work and life.

If you are passionate about excellence in facade engineering and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow your career and be part of our success story.

Does this sound like you?   
Apply online and attach your CV, cover letter and any relevant work that showcases what you bring to this role. Let us know when you are available to start. We look forward to hearing from you. 

Ramboll Buildings 

As part of Ramboll's global Buildings platform, you will be joining a community of over 4,000 specialists across the world, architects, engineers, sustainability leads, digital designers and everything in between. We work across more than 10,000 building projects each year, which means there is always something new to learn from, someone new to collaborate with, and a harder problem just around the corner. Ours is a culture that takes craft seriously, invests in its people, and believes the best solutions come from diverse minds working closely together. Here, your development does not stop when you join, it starts. 

Ramboll in Asia Pacific 

Ramboll has close to 500 experts working across more than 10 offices in Asia Pacific. We are present in Australia, China, Hong Kong SAR, Malaysia, India, Japan, South Korea and Singapore. Our experts bring their passion to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions across Buildings, Transport, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Architecture & Landscape. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future, working in an open, collaborative and empowering culture.