Head of Engineering & Project Manager

Agensi Pekerjaan Randstad Sdn Bhd - Professional; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Malaysia is seeking a Head of Engineering & Project Manager for a key player in the renewable energy sector. The ideal candidate will have at least 10-15 years of experience in the construction industry, with expertise in LSS, C&I, and BESS projects. Responsibilities include leading project delivery, overseeing technical deployments, and ensuring budget compliance. This is an opportunity for career advancement in a supportive work environment that values development and transparency.

Benefits

Great work environment

Internal career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in the Construction Industry.
• Experienced in handling LSS/C&I/BESS projects.
• Ambitious and aggressive characters with extensive technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead the EPCC lifecycle for Large Scale Solar and C&I projects.
• Oversee technical deployment of Battery Energy Storage Systems.
• Manage project P&L and ensure delivery within margins.

Skills

Project management

Technical knowledge in renewable energy

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Engineering design oversight

Education

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering/Electrical Engineering or relevant

Tools

PVSyst

ETAP

Helioscope

Job description

Renewable Energy Hiring: Head of Engineering & Project Manager

Join a premier key player in the renewable energy sector. Known for excellence in LSS, C&I, and cutting‑edge BESS solutions, our client is currently entering a strategic expansion phase. To support a growing portfolio of high‑impact project pipelines, they are seeking high‑caliber talent to join their core team. If you are looking for stability, career progression, and the chance to work on landmark energy projects, this is your next career move.

About the Job

Key responsibilities are detailed below for the Project Manager and Head of Engineering roles.

Project Manager (LSS/C&I/BESS) C&S & Electrical

End‑to‑End Delivery: Lead the EPCC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning) lifecycle for Large Scale Solar (LSS) and C&I projects.

BESS Integration: Oversee the technical deployment of Battery Energy Storage Systems, ensuring seamless integration with PV infrastructure and grid requirements.

Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, sub‑contractors, and Malaysian authorities (e.g., ST, TNB, SEDA).

Budget & Timeline: Manage project P&L, ensuring projects are delivered within margin and meet all milestone deadlines.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all site activities comply with DOSH, CIDB, and local safety standards.

Head of Engineering (LSS/BESS)

Technical Roadmap: Define the engineering standards for the company’s LSS and BESS portfolios, focusing on system optimization and LCOE (Levelized Cost of Energy) reduction.

Design Oversight: Lead the engineering team in producing high‑quality SLDs, layouts, and system simulations using tools like PVSyst, ETAP, or Helioscope.

Value Engineering: Review technical bids and procurement specs to optimize CAPEX while maintaining high performance ratios.

Grid Compliance: Direct the strategy for grid impact studies and interconnection applications, ensuring compliance with the Malaysian Grid Code.

Innovation: Stay ahead of technology trends (e.g., N‑type modules, liquid‑cooled BESS) to keep the company’s project pipeline competitive.

About the Team

As the construction and property industry are warming up again, our client is looking to add to their team to feed the needs of their new projects. The hiring company has teams of good sizes and proper support.

Skills and Experience Required

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering/Electrical Engineering or relevant.

Minimum 10-15 years of experience in Construction Industry.

Experienced in handling LSS/C&I/BESS projects.

Ambitious and aggressive characters with extensive technical knowledge and experience.

Project‑oriented and able to handle projects independently.

Willing to relocate/travel to get involved in the entire cycle of project.

Culture and Benefits

The hiring companies offer great development and internal career advancement opportunities. They have a great work environment and value trust, transparency and a constant strive of excellence among their employees.

How to Apply

The above is just a guideline about the position. Please apply through this advertisement or log into www.randstad.com.my for further details. Due to the high volume of applicants, shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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