SYED RIDZUAN ALHABSHI
General Manager (Last Position)
Kuala Lumpur
Summary
Corporate Executive with over 34 years of leadership experience in property development, construction, and corporate management. Delivered significant contributions through successful project turnarounds, complex contractual negotiations, and effective organizational transformations. Focused on achieving sustainable business growth and operational improvements while leading high-performing multidisciplinary teams.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Strategic Planning & Project Forecasting
- High-Stakes Negotiation & Dispute Resolution
- Turnkey Project Delivery & Team Assembly
- Value Engineering & Cost Optimization
- Risk Mitigation & Crisis Management
- Budget & Contract Management
- Leadership & Team Development
- Contractual Claims & Arbitration
- Government & Private Sector Liaison
- Quality Assurance & Compliance Quality Assurance & Compliance
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Nationality : Malaysian
- Languages : English & Bahasa Malaysia
- Willing to relocate or travel for projects / employment
- Available upon request : project portfolio, certifications
References:
Dayang Duriah Binti Abang Mansor
019 8251535
DDR Architects Sdn Bhd
No. A-1F, Sublot 6, Second Floor, 2nd Precinct, Jalan Setia Raja, 93350 Kuching Sarawak
Mohd Yaman Abdul Hamid
019 3193131
Director OBYU Holdings
7H-I Ban Hock Road, 93100 Kuching Sarawak.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
PERBADANAN PERWIRA HARTA MALAYSIA (A Wholly Owned Subsidiary of LTAT)
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Lead company-wide transformation and operational improvement initiatives.
- Reorganized Bukit Jalil project team and implemented SOPs to mitigate risks and enhance project delivery.
- Reorganized the Bukit Jalil project team and implemented SOPs to minimize risks.
- Formulated alternative sales strategies in response to subsidy withdrawal for PPAM projects, ensuring continued revenue generation.
- Delivered PUKL project on schedule despite major payment delays, demonstrating strong project management and stakeholder engagement.
- Formulated alternative sales strategies following subsidy withdrawal for PPAM projects.
Deputy General Manager
PERBADANAN PERWIRA HARTA MALAYSIA (A Wholly Owned Subsidiary of LTAT)
01.2012 - 12.2017
- Appointed to lead PPHM’s largest project: Relocation of Pangkalan Udara Kuala Lumpur for BandarMalaysia Sdn Bhd.
- Negotiated and secured RM90 million worth of previously denied variation orders and additional claims.
- Directed cross-functional teams to implement process improvements that optimized resource allocation and enhanced performance metrics.
- Led operational strategy development to enhance organizational efficiency and service delivery.
- Appointed to lead PPHM’s largest project: Relocation of Pangkalan Udara Kuala Lumpur for Bandar Malaysia Sdn Bhd.
- Negotiated and secured RM90 million in previously denied variation orders and additional claims, significantly improving project funding.
- Played a pivotal role in contract novation from 1MDB to Bandar Malaysia with improved contract
terms.
Project Director
JENDELA HIKMAT SDN BHD (JV Company Between LTAT and OBYU Group)
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Directed cross-functional teams to execute complex projects on time and within budget.
- Implemented project management methodologies to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
- Led risk assessment initiatives, identifying potential issues and developing mitigation strategies.
- Cultivated stakeholder relationships to ensure alignment of project goals with organizational objectives.
- Revived and completed previously shelved Muara Tuang Army Camp project, delivering on strategic timelines.
- Optimized design and cost structure, enhancing project viability and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Oversaw engagement with UMW Group on warehousing and logistics facility planning at Bukit Raja.
Executive Director
JAVEL ENGINEERING SDN BHD (A Subsidiary of OBYU Group)
07.2003 - 12.2006
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across engineering projects.
- Oversaw project management processes, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Developed and implemented organizational policies to align with corporate objectives and industry regulations.
- Fostered cross-functional collaboration, enhancing innovation and optimizing resource allocation.
- Delivered 8 delayed school projects through restructuring of project teams and timelines, ensuring successful completion.
- Resolved disputes with the Ministry of Education through strategic negotiation.
- Implemented 'clockwork' systems for urgent projects, turning around previously failing initiatives.
- Achieved substantial cost savings via value engineering techniques.
- Introduced clockwork systems for project management to streamline processes. for critical projects and succeeded in turning around projects.
Project Director
URUSHARTA CEMERLANG SDN BHD
01.1995 - 06.2003
- Mentored junior project managers, strengthening team capabilities and elevating performance standards.
- Designed and delivered the Sri Bintang Smart School, one of Asia’s first smart school complexes.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring resource allocation met strategic priorities.
- Coordinated with external partners to leverage expertise and enhance project delivery processes.
- Coordinated with external partners to leverage expertise and optimize project delivery processes.
- Collaborated with government agencies in concept and execution phases.
- Analyzed project outcomes to drive continuous improvement and strategic planning initiatives.
- Delivered education infrastructure projects on time and within budget.
Project Manager
NEGARA PROPERTIES (M) BHD
01.1993 - 12.1994
- Led project planning and execution for residential development, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve communication and streamline workflows, resulting in more efficient project execution.
- Implemented risk management strategies to identify potential project obstacles and develop contingency plans.
- Managed stakeholder relationships by providing regular updates and promptly addressing concerns, enhancing project transparency and trust.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance communication and streamline workflows across projects.
- Rescued two delayed projects by implementing crisis management strategies and demonstrating effective team leadership, successfully bringing them back on track.
Project Engineer
ISLAND & PENINSULAR BHD
05.1989 - 12.1992
- Executed housing projects including Taman Setiawangsa, Perumahan Kinrara, Taman Sri Nibong,
and Taman Inderawasih. - Led project planning and execution, ensuring alignment with client specifications.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows and enhance collaboration.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards in deliverables.
Project Engineer
YAYASAN MELAKA
01.1987 - 04.1989
- Oversaw engineering tasks for housing development projects in Ayer Keroh, Melaka. for housing development projects in Ayer Keroh, Melaka.
- Led project teams in design and implementation of engineering solutions.
- Developed project plans, schedules, and budgets for various engineering initiatives.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Wisconsin
USA 04.2001 -
Skills
Operations management
Project management
Financial analysis
Financial planning
Risk management
Budget oversight
Cost management
Quality management
Organizational strategy
Contract negotiations
Vendor negotiations
Staffing
Time management
Personnel management
Team management
Employee development
Leadership and team building
Customer relations
Customer service
Problem resolution
Schedule management
Cost efficiency
Schedule management
Customer service
Timeline
General Manager
PERBADANAN PERWIRA HARTA MALAYSIA (A Wholly Owned Subsidiary of LTAT)
01.2018 - 12.2020
Deputy General Manager
PERBADANAN PERWIRA HARTA MALAYSIA (A Wholly Owned Subsidiary of LTAT)
01.2012 - 12.2017
Project Director
JENDELA HIKMAT SDN BHD (JV Company Between LTAT and OBYU Group)
01.2007 - 01.2012
Executive Director
JAVEL ENGINEERING SDN BHD (A Subsidiary of OBYU Group)
07.2003 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Wisconsin
04.2001 -
Project Director
URUSHARTA CEMERLANG SDN BHD
01.1995 - 06.2003
Project Manager
NEGARA PROPERTIES (M) BHD
01.1993 - 12.1994
Project Engineer
ISLAND & PENINSULAR BHD
05.1989 - 12.1992
Project Engineer
YAYASAN MELAKA
01.1987 - 04.1989