Project Engineer

Upscale Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Upscale Sdn Bhd is seeking a Project Coordination Engineer to support high-rise development and construction projects in Kuala Lumpur. You will coordinate C&S, M&E, architectural works and ensure alignment with drawings, specifications and schedules.

You will work with consultants, contractors and authorities, review drawings and documents, monitor progress, resolve technical issues and assist in testing, handover and DLP activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Building Engineering or related discipline.
• Preferably 3–5 years of experience in property development or building construction.
• Candidates with C&S or M&E backgrounds are welcome, with a good understanding of both disciplines and their coordination requirements.
• Experience in high-rise residential, commercial or mixed-use developments is an advantage.
• Able to interpret C&S, M&E and architectural drawings and identify technical or coordination issues.
• Good knowledge of construction methods, site coordination, inspections, testing and project implementation.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and coordination skills with the ability to liaise with consultants, contractors and authorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of AutoCAD, BIM or project management software is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor C&S, M&E, architectural and building works throughout project implementation.
• Monitor site progress and ensure construction works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, technical specifications, quality standards and project schedules.
• Liaise and coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, subcontractors and other project stakeholders on technical and construction matters.
• Review and understand construction and architectural drawings, method statements, material submissions and technical documents and identify discrepancies or coordination issues.
• Coordinate and resolve technical issues and interfaces between C&S, M&E and architectural works to minimise conflicts, delays and rework.
• Conduct regular site inspections and progress monitoring and follow up on workmanship, technical and construction quality issues.
• Monitor contractors' performance, work progress and outstanding matters and report delays, risks or technical issues to the Project Manager.
• Attend site, technical and coordination meetings and ensure agreed action items are followed up and resolved.
• Assist in coordinating authority requirements, inspections, testing and compliance with relevant regulations and approval conditions during project implementation.
• Support testing and commissioning, project handover, defect rectification and DLP activities where required.
• Maintain and update project records and documentation including drawings, reports, approvals, progress records and technical documents.

Skills

Coordination

Site supervision

Communication

Drawings interpretation

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural/MEP or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

Project management software

Job description

Purpose of Role

To support the coordination, monitoring and implementation of high-rise property development and construction projects, ensuring works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, technical specifications, quality standards and project timelines.

The role involves working closely with consultants, contractors, authorities and internal project teams to ensure smooth and timely project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Coordinate and monitor C&S, M&E, architectural and building works throughout project implementation.
• 2. Monitor site progress and ensure construction works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, technical specifications, quality standards and project schedules.
• 3. Liaise and coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, subcontractors and other project stakeholders on technical and construction matters.
• 4. Review and understand construction and architectural drawings, method statements, material submissions and technical documents and identify any discrepancies or coordination issues.
• 5. Coordinate and resolve technical issues and interfaces between C&S, M&E and architectural works to minimise conflicts, delays and rework.
• 6. Conduct regular site inspections and progress monitoring and follow up on workmanship, technical and construction quality issues.
• 7. Monitor contractors' performance, work progress and outstanding matters and report any delays, risks or technical issues to the Project Manager.
• 8. Attend site, technical and coordination meetings and ensure agreed action items are properly followed up and resolved.
• 9. Assist in coordinating authority requirements, inspections, testing and compliance with relevant regulations and approval conditions during project implementation.
• 10. Support testing and commissioning, project handover, defect rectification and Defects Liability Period (DLP) activities where required.
• 11. Maintain and update project records and documentation including drawings, reports, approvals, progress records and technical documents

Requirements

• 1. Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Building Engineering or related discipline.
• 2. Preferably 3–5 years of experience in property development or building construction.
• 3. Candidates with C&S or M&E backgrounds are welcome, with a good understanding of both disciplines and their coordination requirements.
• 4. Experience in high-rise residential, commercial or mixed-use developments is an advantage.
• 5. Able to interpret C&S, M&E and architectural drawings and identify technical or coordination issues.
• 6. Good knowledge of construction methods, site coordination, inspections, testing and project implementation.
• 7. Strong communication, problem-solving and coordination skills with the ability to liaise with consultants, contractors and authorities.
• 8. Proficient in Microsoft Office knowledge of AutoCAD, BIM or project management software is an advantage.