Sato Kogyo
    (8 reviews)

    Company Profile

    Company overview

    Industry

    Construction

    Company size

    51-100

    Primary location

    sato kogyo m sdn bhd
    Sato Kogyo traces its roots to one of the oldest turnkey contractors in Japan. Established in 1862 and headquartered in Tokyo, Sato Kogyo laid the cornerstone of modern building technology by focusing on and developing newer and more efficient construction methodologies that are still relevant around the world today.Over a rich history of more than 150 years, Sato Kogyo has accomplished numerous types of building and civil engineering projects of varying scale, nature and complexity from Japan to United States, Singapore to Malaysia and Thailand to China.In 1972, the firm recognised the growing construction activities in the Asia Pacific region and spreaded its wings beyond the shores of Japan. Expanding rapidly in response to its success, Sato Kogyo set up offices in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar, China, Indonesia and Vietnam. The strength of the Singapore Office has evolved into a Regional Headquarters in 2002 to oversee the emerging East Asian markets.

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    What’s it like working at Sato Kogyo?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at Sato Kogyo appreciate the yearly bonuses and salary increments, as well as the opportunity to maintain a good work-life balance. They value the ability to gain new knowledge, particularly in the oil and gas industry and safety and environment practices. Having good superiors and senior mentors is also seen as a positive aspect.

    However, some potential challenges exist, such as internal staff politics, communication challenges when working with expatriates due to cultural differences, and issues with certain aspects of the work environment like the people surrounding employees. There is also a perceived need for improved management systems like implementing ISO standards, and localisation efforts can present challenges.

    Recent reviews

    2.0
    manager
    May 2024
    Kuching Sarawak3 to 4 years in the role, former employee
    nothing to learn from here
    The good thingsnothing good to mentioned that
    The challengesinternal staff politics
    5.0
    Quantity surveyor
    Jun 2023
    3 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    Working with Japanese Standard
    The good thingsGot yearly bonuses & salary increment.
    The challengesGet to learn about Japanese working standard.
    5.0
    Assistant Construction Manager
    May 2023
    3 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    I have got new experiences working with foreigners
    The good thingsEvery year have bonus & salary increments
    The challengesWe have been trained to complete works according to the schedule
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