Senior Project Manager - Power Generation - Malaysia

Location: Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

Being part of Cummins means working alongside today’s most innovative thinkers to solve the world’s toughest problems. We are proud to offer learning and development opportunities designed to promote individual performance and spark purpose and trust within our teams. We look to hire the best and then help you to become even better. Thank you for your interest in continuing to grow your Cummins career!

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager – Power Generation to join our Power Generation business in Johor Bahru, Malaysia and is not eligible for cross-border relocation support.

This position is responsible for managing the planning, execution, commissioning, and successful delivery of power generation projects while leading project teams and engaging with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders. The incumbent will ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements.

The role requires strong leadership capabilities, technical project management expertise, and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously. 

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: 

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead and manage multiple power generation projects from initiation through completion. 
• Develop project execution plans, schedules, milestones, and deliverables. 
• Facilitate project planning sessions and align stakeholders on project objectives. 
• Monitor project performance, ensuring delivery against scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives. 
• Coordinate activities across internal teams, suppliers, contractors, and customers. 

Financial & Resource Management

• Develop and manage project budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor project costs, margins, and resource utilization. 
• Allocate resources effectively to ensure project success and operational efficiency. 
• Utilize financial data and key performance indicators to support business decision-making. 

Risk, Compliance & Governance

• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues.
• Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and regulatory obligations. 
• Drive project governance and reporting processes.

Customer & Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships. 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders.
• Provide regular project updates, performance reports, and executive-level communications. 
• Deliver customer-centric solutions that support business growth and long-term partnerships. 

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop project team members.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. 
• Provide coaching and developmental feedback to support employee growth.
• Drive high-performance outcomes across cross-functional teams.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Champion Cummins' commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. 
• Ensure projects are executed in accordance with Cummins HSE standards and customer site requirements.
• Promote safe work practices across project teams, contractors, and partners.

Continuous Improvement

• Capture and share lessons learned across project teams. 
• Drive improvements in project delivery processes, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. 
• Support business initiatives focused on operational excellence and innovation.

About Us

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.Being part of Cummins means working alongside today’s most innovative thinkers to solve the world’s toughest problems. We are proud to offer learning and development opportunities designed to promote individual performance and spark purpose and trust within our teams. We look to hire the best and then help you to become even better. Thank you for your interest in continuing to grow your Cummins career!