MEP Cost Lead for High-Tech Manufacturing Facilities

Turner & Townsend; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in Malaysia is seeking an experienced MEP Cost Manager to lead the commercial and cost management of all MEP packages on a large-scale, high-spec facility project in Bayan Lepas, Penang.

The role focuses on cost planning, procurement excellence, contract administration, and strong governance across the project lifecycle with exposure to advanced manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Professional membership (e.g. RICS, AIQS) is advantageous.
• Minimum 8–12 years of experience in MEP cost management.
• Experience with high-tech / semiconductor / data centre / advanced manufacturing projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and update detailed MEP cost plans, budgets, and forecasts.
• Cost benchmarking and value engineering for HVAC, cleanroom, electrical, ELV, BMS, etc.
• Lead full MEP procurement process from prequalification to contract award.
• Prepare and manage tender documents, BOQs, and pricing schedules.
• Perform commercial evaluations, bid comparisons, and negotiations.
• Ensure procurement strategies support timelines and risk mitigation.

Skills

Cost management

Procurement

Excel

FIDIC experience

Contract administration

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cost management software

Job description

Turner & Townsend in Malaysia is seeking an experienced MEP Cost Manager to lead the commercial and cost management of all MEP packages on a large-scale, high-spec facility project in Bayan Lepas, Penang.

The role focuses on cost planning, procurement excellence, contract administration, and strong governance across the project lifecycle with exposure to advanced manufacturing environments.