Lead Civil Engineer - Water Infrastructure

Bell Ward; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Ward is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to lead and oversee the technical aspects of water infrastructure projects in Malaysia. You will provide technical guidance across planning, design review, implementation, asset management, and stakeholder coordination to ensure regulatory compliance and project success.

The role requires 7–10 years in civil engineering, PE registration (BEM/PEPC) preferred, and experience with water treatment facilities, pipelines, and pumping stations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) and/or Professional Engineer with Practising Certificate (PEPC) will be an added advantage.
• Membership with the Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical and engineering support for water infrastructure projects.
• Review engineering designs, technical proposals, drawings, specifications, and project docs.
• Oversee project development through planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover.
• Ensure all activities comply with engineering standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with consultants, contractors, regulators, and other stakeholders on technical matters.
• Conduct technical assessments, feasibility studies, and risk evaluations for potential projects.
• Track progress, expenditure, quality and performance for timely delivery.
• Provide input for business development and tender activities.
• Advise management on operational and infrastructure-related matters.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and introduce innovations.

Skills

Project management

Water infrastructure

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder coordination

Technical guidance

Design review

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

PE/PEPC eligibility

IEM membership preferred

Job description

Bell Ward is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to lead and oversee the technical aspects of water infrastructure projects in Malaysia. You will provide technical guidance across planning, design review, implementation, asset management, and stakeholder coordination to ensure regulatory compliance and project success.

The role requires 7–10 years in civil engineering, PE registration (BEM/PEPC) preferred, and experience with water treatment facilities, pipelines, and pumping stations.