Design Manager (Mechanical/Electrical) - Mixed Development

Turner & Townsend; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced MEP design manager to oversee the design process and ensure compliance with standards. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and has 10–15 years of MEP design experience. This role involves managing design packages, collaborating with consultants, and providing technical guidance throughout the project phases.

Benefits

Healthy work-life balance

Flexible working environment

Inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• 10–15 years in MEP design and project management, with experience in large-scale institutional projects.
• Ability to manage multiple design packages and consultants simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical distribution, fire protection, and plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire MEP design process from concept to detailed design and construction documentation.
• Review and approve design submissions from consultants for compliance with project specifications.
• Ensure integration of mechanical and electrical systems with architectural and structural designs.
• Provide technical guidance during tendering, construction, and commissioning phases.

Skills

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

MEP design and project management

Design software (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM tools)

Communication and leadership skills

HVAC and plumbing systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM tools

Job description

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com

Job Description

• Oversee the entire MEP design process from concept to detailed design and construction documentation.
• Review and approve design submissions from consultants for compliance with project specifications, codes, and standards.
• Ensure integration of mechanical and electrical systems with architectural and structural designs.
• Implement value engineering and sustainability principles (e.g., energy efficiency, LEED compliance).
• Act as the primary liaison between the client, design consultants, and contractors for all MEP design matters.
• Prepare and present design progress reports to the client and PMC leadership.
• Ensure designs meet local building codes, university and international best practices.
• Validate design calculations, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Monitor adherence to safety, environmental, and sustainability requirements.
• Develop and maintain design schedules aligned with the overall project master plan.
• Manage design deliverables and ensure timely submission.
• Provide technical guidance during tendering, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals, and respond to RFIs related to MEP design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 10–15 years in MEP design and project management, with experience in large-scale institutional projects.
• Familiarity with design software (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM tools).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple design packages and consultants simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical distribution, fire protection, and plumbing systems.

Additional Information

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