Ezad Ayob

Results-driven Senior Executive with 6+ years of progressive experience across project management, operations, and business development spanning interior fit-out & construction, mixed-use townships, manufacturing, and property sectors. Proven record of delivering RM500K+ in cost savings, winning industry awards, and managing 100+ vendors with measurable performance gains.

Yayasan Peneraju

Scholarship recipient for PMP. PMI-trained project manager who brings structured governance, aligned operations, and cross-functional leadership to every engagement.

Project Manager at NCD Group Sdn Bhd (2025-10 – Present)

• Lead multiple concurrent interior fit-out projects for high-profile clients including DHL Cyberjaya, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur, KLCC, and private residential clients, managing scope from design coordination through to handover.
• Deliver full-scale works at DHL Cyberjaya including meeting room redesigns, multi-level toilet upgrades with new technology, a digital lab, link bridges, and pantry fit-outs; and at Mandarin Oriental KL, including staircase veneer & ceiling works and mosaic counter installations.
• Managed a full residential interior redesign for a landed property in Putrajaya, covering meeting rooms and bedrooms with new wallpapers, cabinetry, and flooring, alongside signage, lighting, and kitchen/counter touch-up works for KLCC.
• Identify and resolve on-site issues across multiple concurrent project locations including measurement discrepancies, M&E conflicts, structural constraints, and leaks ensuring timely solutions to protect agreed handover dates.
• Coordinate internal teams - designers, site supervisors, quantity surveyors, and accounts. To keep design intent, cost control, and project schedules aligned across concurrent sites.
• Manage external parties - clients, sub-contractors, and building management on coordination, SOPs, work permits, and safety/fire impairment/hot works approvals, ensuring timeliness of work and proper information flow to all relevant parties.
• Track and report on-site progress, costing, bills of quantities, drawings, and contractor/manpower/material procurement to keep stakeholders informed and projects on schedule.
• Lead design conceptualisation and development, translating budget, quality, and marketability requirements into solid, market-driven project concepts; endorse and approve construction drawings.
• Chair design meetings and manage relationships with external consultants across architectural, structural, M&E, interior design, and landscaping disciplines, resolving coordination issues and challenging third-party proposals constructively.
• Own project programming from schematic stage through to handover for both consultancy and design & build projects, including weekly progress reporting, site possession, mock-up/sample approvals, and defect/snag list management.

Project & Operations Senior Executive at Epic Communities - Sime Darby (2022-05 – 2025-10)

Property Operator

• Directed daily operations of PARC, an award-winning mixed-use township under Sime Darby's ESG and sustainability framework, ensuring full regulatory compliance and service excellence.
• Spearheaded end-to-end contractor procurement (security, cleaning, landscaping, engineering) through transparent RFQ/RFP processes, achieving ISO 20400 and MACC anti-bribery compliance.
• Developed and enforced facility SOPs for defect management, preventive maintenance, and building enhancements; implemented AI-enabled security systems that reduced incidents significantly.
• Oversaw HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and landscaping systems to maintain maximum uptime and adherence to OSHA and LOA/RFI standards.
• Managed and evaluated 100+ vendors and service staff via performance scorecards, improving SLA adherence and tenant satisfaction while minimising safety breaches.
• Led full project management lifecycle for F&B and retail tenant fit-outs (including Bila-bila Mart) from design coordination and licensing to construction oversight and launch ensuring on-time delivery within safety and operational guidelines.
• Managed stakeholder communication and collaborative planning for future enhancement projects, maintaining transparency and alignment between Sime Darby (land owner), tenants, and internal teams.
• Delivered up to 30% improvement in logistics and maintenance workflows through process redesign and structured scheduling.
• Curated and managed 500+ annual public, corporate, and commercial events, driving venue rental revenue and brand visibility.
• Spearheaded sustainability-focused event initiatives including zero-waste and recycling campaigns, achieving 80% materials reuse and national recognition (featured in EdgeProp).
• Built partnerships with NGOs and corporate sponsors to promote inclusive community development and environmental stewardship.
• Edge Property Award 2024 – Best Managed & Sustainable Property (Specialised Category). Core pioneer team member for this industry recognition.

Business Development Manager at Branded Premium Outlet Suppliers (BPOS) (2021-02 – 2022-04)

• Lead the procurement team in dealing with China counterparts and site visits at Shenzhen, China.
• Optimised supply chain operations via factory audits in Guangzhou & Shenzhen, China, reducing lead time by 25% through implementation of JIT inventory systems.
• Developed and closed B2B event-supply contracts with educational institutions, generating an average RM10K per engagement and expanding the commercial client base.
• Conducted market analysis and feasibility assessments to identify viable locations for physical commercial store expansion.
• Managed end-to-end vendor relationships and monitored procurement performance to ensure quality, delivery timelines, and cost targets were met.

Sales & Marketing Executive at Totalgard Manufacturing (2020-06 – 2021-01)

• Translated complex technical specifications into compelling commercial proposals, securing RM100K+ in project contracts within the first months of joining.
• Maintained ISO 9001 quality standards across all installations, systematically reducing defect rates and improving client satisfaction.
• Managed local and international stakeholder relationships and maintained an active sales pipeline of ongoing commitments.

Property Sales & Building Executive | VIP Executive Attendant at Premier Plus Property & DoubleTree by Hilton (2020)

• Marketed and managed property viewings for commercial and residential lots valued at RM2–3 million, advising clients on investment potential.
• Delivered premium hospitality and event coordination services for VIP clientele in a 5-star hotel environment, maintaining exceptional service standards.

International Business Diploma in International Business – Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS)