Inspector of Works, Electrical

Aurecon Group; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon is seeking an Inspector of Works (Electrical) for on-site supervision in Malaysia. You will ensure electrical works meet drawings, specifications, and safety standards while supporting the project team.

Ideal candidates have a Diploma in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in electrical construction supervision. IOW registration with BEM is required and a 1-year contract is offered with opportunities to learn on challenging projects.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Registered Inspector of Works (IOW) with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM). IOW certificates not accepted.
• Minimum 5 years of electrical construction supervision/inspection, preferably in institutional, commercial, data center, or large-scale building projects.
• Experience in Building Services Electrical Systems incl HT/MV/LV distribution, substations, transformers, switchgear, lighting, EPP, fire alarm, ELV, earthing.
• Good knowledge of electrical systems, data center infrastructure, local codes and standards.
• Familiarity with electrical testing, commissioning, QA processes.
• Proficient in MS Office; AutoCAD and BIM are advantages.
• Open to a 1-year fixed-term contract.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily electrical construction activities to ensure compliance with drawings, specs, and standards.
• Conduct site inspections and quality checks on electrical installations.
• Review electrical drawings, shop drawings, method statements; flag discrepancies.
• Witness inspections, testing, and commissioning; maintain records of results.
• Identify non-compliant works and issue observations; follow up for corrective actions.
• Assist in verifying contractors' monthly progress claims based on on-site work.
• Support verification of variation orders and changes to electrical works.
• Maintain accurate site inspection records and project documentation.
• Attend site meetings; coordinate with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Promote health, safety and environmental compliance across site activities.

Skills

Electrical inspections

Site coordination

Reading drawings

Reporting/documentation

MS Office

AutoCAD/BIM

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Registered IOW with BEM

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM software

Job description

Just imagine your future with us…

At Aurecon, we see the future through a very different lens. Do you?

Just imagine your future with us…

At Aurecon, we see the future through a very different lens. Do you?

Innovation, eminence and digital are at the heart of everything we do. Are you excited about the future?

Are you driven by the opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and complex projects around the world and to learn from the best? We are.

Diversity is at the core of everything we do. We work together to create a culture based on respect, trust, and inclusiveness. Our differences are what fuel our creativity.

What will you do?

Job Responsibilities

As an Inspector of Works (Electrical) at Aurecon, you will be responsible for ensuring that electrical works on‑site are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and safety standards. You will support the Resident Engineer and project team in delivering high‑quality outcomes.

• Monitor daily electrical construction activities to ensure works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, project requirements, and relevant standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality checks on electrical installations to ensure compliance with design, quality, and safety requirements.
• Review electrical drawings, shop drawings, method statements, and technical submissions, and highlight any discrepancies or issues that require clarification.
• Witness inspections, testing, and commissioning activities, and maintain accurate records of results and observations.
• Identify non‑compliant works and issue site observations or memos, following up with contractors to ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Assist in verifying contractors' monthly progress claims based on actual work completed on site.
• Support the assessment and verification of variation orders and changes related to electrical works.
• Maintain accurate records of site inspections, progress updates, testing activities, and project documentation.
• Attend site meetings and coordinate closely with contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
• Promote compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements across all site activities.

We know today’s complex challenges can only be solved through bringing together diverse teams of people from across our business, so there will be opportunities for you to apply your skills and creativity to projects in other geographies and markets.

Qualifications

• Must be at least a diploma holder in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Registered as an Inspector of Works (IOW) with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM). IOW (Intern) certificates will not be accepted
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical construction supervision or inspection, preferably within institutional, commercial, data center, or large‑scale building projects
• Proven experience in Building Services Electrical Systems, including HT/MV/LV electrical distribution systems, substations, transformers, switchgear, power distribution, lighting systems, emergency power systems, fire alarm systems, ELV systems, earthing and lightning protection systems, and associated electrical infrastructure
• Good knowledge of electrical systems, data center infrastructure, local construction practices and relevant codes and standards
• Familiarity with electrical testing, commissioning, and quality assurance processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; knowledge of AutoCAD and BIM software is an advantage
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem‑solving skills
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to prepare and maintain accurate inspection records and reports
• Must be open to working on a 1‑year fixed‑term contract