Project Manager - Electrical Substations

Fuku; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Project Manager specializing in electrical substations. The role involves leading projects from design to commissioning, managing budgets, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, with 9-10 years of experience in HV/TB substation projects. This position offers career advancement and a competitive salary package within a collaborative engineering culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 9-10 years of experience managing HV / TB substation projects.
• Proven leadership, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of project execution, testing, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage electrical substation projects from design through to testing and commissioning.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with consultants and contractors to secure approvals.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project planning

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Project Manager - Electrical Substations

PROJECT MANAGER - ELECTRICAL (SUBSTATIONS)

Why are they awesome?

• Leading engineering company specializing in electrical infrastructure, high-voltage substations, and transmission projects across Malaysia and the region.
• Recognized for strong technical execution, turnkey EPC capabilities, and a commitment to delivering reliable national power infrastructure.

Project

• High-Voltage Substations & Transmission Infrastructure

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage electrical substation projects from design through to testing and commissioning.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Coordinate with TB, consultants, and contractors to secure technical and regulatory approvals.
• Ensure compliance with design specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Prepare detailed progress reports, documentation, and presentations for management and clients.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to project teams and subcontractors.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while maintaining high safety and quality assurance standards.

Team Culture

• Engineering-focused environment emphasizing accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Cross-functional teamwork integrating design, procurement, and construction functions for seamless project execution.
• Values leadership development, proactive problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

Must Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 9-10 years of experience managing HV / TB substation projects.
• Proven leadership, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of project execution, testing, and commissioning.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and decision-making skills.
• Based in Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur.

Nice to Have

• Experience managing large EPC or utility-based substation projects.
• Familiarity with TNB standards, grid interconnection, and power system safety.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.

Level

• Senior-level role with progression toward Project Director / Operations Lead.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of national and regional power infrastructure projects shaping Malaysia’s future.
• Work with multidisciplinary engineering teams and cutting-edge technologies.
• Enjoy a competitive salary package with clear career advancement opportunities.