MANAGER, FIT OUT

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Execution

  • Lead end-to-end store fit-out projects (new openings, refurbishments, relocations).
  • Develop project timelines, cost plans, and execution schedules.
  • Coordinate with design, operations, leasing, and external consultants.
  • Ensure timely store handover for operations commencement.
2. Cost Control & Budget Management
  • Prepare and review project CAPEX budgets.
  • Conduct cost benchmarking for materials, contractors, and suppliers.
  • Evaluate and negotiate quotations to achieve best value.
  • Monitor cost variation orders (VO) and prevent unnecessary escalation.
  • Maintain cost tracking reports for management review.
3. Contractor & Vendor Management
  • Source, evaluate, and appoint contractors and suppliers.
  • Ensure competitive tender process and documentation compliance.
  • Monitor contractor performance and workmanship quality.
  • Ensure contractors adhere to safety and site regulations.
4. Technical & Compliance Oversight
  • Ensure drawings comply with local authority requirements and mall management guidelines.
  • Oversee M&E coordination (electrical load, lighting, air-conditioning, refrigeration, POS power points).
  • Ensure compliance with fire safety, licensing, and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage defect rectification before and after handover.
5. Standardisation & Continuous Improvement
  • Develop standardized BQ templates and cost benchmarks.
  • Create fit-out specifications to maintain brand consistency across outlets.
  • Review material selection for durability and cost efficiency.
  • Propose value engineering solutions without compromising quality.



Job Requirements

  • Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Interior Design, Architecture, or related field.

  • Minimum 5–8 years experience in retail fit-out or commercial construction.

  • Experience managing multi-outlet rollouts preferred

  • Strong background in cost control, tendering, and contractor negotiation.

  • Strong understanding of BQ, cost estimation, and contract management.

  • Knowledge of local authority submission process.

  • Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel (cost tracking & reporting).

  • Good knowledge of M&E coordination for retail environment.

  • Strong negotiation and analytical skills.

  • Detail-oriented with high financial discipline.

  • Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

  Spoken Language:  Malay, English

  Written Language:  Malay, English