Muhd Akif

Senior project and renovation delivery leader with managing high-value fit-out, refurbishment and expansion projects across Malaysia's most prestigious hospitality properties. Trusted by Tradewind Corporation, the hospitality arm of one of Malaysia's foremost conglomerates, to deliver multiple complex renovation projects across their five-star Langkawi portfolio, with mandates awarded and renewed based on consistent workmanship quality, on-time delivery and measurable commercial outcomes. Proven track record translating project execution into revenue impact, cost efficiency and long-term client retention.

Now seeking to apply this delivery excellence and commercial discipline within a business development and renovation leadership role.

Project Manager at One Interior & Fit Out Works Sdn Bhd (2023-09 – Present)

• Directed full-cycle delivery of high-value renovation, refurbishment and fitout projects for Malaysia's premier five-star hospitality properties, including multiple Tradewind Corporation hotels in Langkawi, from project scoping through design coordination, construction management and final handover.
• Developed comprehensive project scopes, budgets, timelines and implementation plans, ensuring all stakeholder requirements were captured and delivered without compromise.
• Delivered a landmark 5,093 sqm multi-facility project coordinating five consultants simultaneously while an international event was ongoing on-site, completing two weeks ahead of schedule.
• Managed a multi-vendor ecosystem of contractors, consultants and suppliers across concurrent renovation projects, enforcing quality standards and delivery SLAs at every stage.
• Led negotiations with contractors and consultants to secure commercially favourable project terms while maintaining workmanship standards that drove repeat client engagements.
• Served as primary liaison between clients, design consultants, contractors and internal leadership, maintaining alignment across all stakeholder groups throughout project execution.
• Built and maintained long-term relationships with premium hospitality clients, resulting in successive tender awards from Tradewind Corporation across multiple project cycles.
• Managed project budgets, expenditure monitoring and cost-control initiatives across concurrent high-value renovation contracts, maintaining financial discipline without compromising quality.
• Prepared and presented detailed project performance reports, cost analyses and progress updates to management and clients to support transparent, data-driven decision-making.
• Optimized resource and manpower allocation across multiple active projects, improving turnaround time and reducing cost overruns.
• Delivered strategic refurbishment projects that drove a 33% uplift in room revenue for a five-star luxury property, directly linking renovation execution to asset commercial performance.
• Contributed 26.67% to company-wide revenue growth in FY2024 through consistent project delivery quality and client retention, establishing the company as a preferred contractor for luxury hotel operators.

Freelance Project & Design Coordinator at AKF Wainscoting (2022-11 – 2023-08)

• Managed multiple concurrent client fitout and renovation projects, coordinating timelines, vendor deliveries and quality standards under fast-paced conditions.
• Negotiated project scope and commercial terms with clients and suppliers, balancing margin targets with client satisfaction.
• Built and maintained long-term client relationships that generated repeat business and a consistent referral pipeline.
• Delivered customized design and fitout solutions aligned with client objectives, budget constraints and project timelines, consistently achieving high client satisfaction.
• Managed the end-to-end client experience from initial design brief through to final delivery and handover, ensuring a seamless and professional client journey.

Technical Assistant at Abdul Muzi Architect (2021-08 – 2022-11)

• Supported multi-discipline project coordination across design, documentation and authority submission phases, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
• Collaborated with architects, consultants and external stakeholders to maintain communication flow and consistent project milestone progress.
• Assisted in the preparation of technical drawings, submissions and authority documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail in reviewing drawings and documentation, minimizing errors and improving overall project quality.

Associate Degree in Architecture – Politeknik Port Dickson (2018-12 – 2021-06)