Resident Engineer

Mayland Group of Companies; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Site Supervisor with a degree in Civil Engineering and 8–10 years of experience in high-rise projects. The successful candidate will supervise site activities across Civil, Structural, Architectural, and M&E trades, ensuring compliance with project specifications and regulations. Strong communication, problem-solving, and technical skills are essential for liaising with stakeholders and ensuring project milestones are met.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant working experience in high-rise building projects.
• Strong technical knowledge in Civil & Structural construction works.
• Experience in Geotechnical Engineering and QLASSIC assessment is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Supervise site works for various trades ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate with consultants and contractors to resolve issues promptly.
• Conduct site inspections and prepare progress reports for management.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Mayland Group of Companies – Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate site works for Civil & Structural (C&S), Architectural and M&E trades to ensure compliance with contract specifications, approved drawings, local authority regulations and project timelines.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, subcontractors and relevant authorities across disciplines to resolve technical, design and site‑related issues promptly.
• Review, verify and comment on technical submissions, including shop drawings, RFIs, method statements and construction proposals.
• Conduct regular joint site inspections with contractors to monitor work progress, workmanship quality and compliance with site health and safety requirements.
• Witness and verify testing and commissioning activities related to construction works, where applicable.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date site records, including inspection records, site diaries and correspondence.
• Prepare and issue Site Memos, Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs), and follow up on corrective actions as required.
• Attend and participate in site meetings, technical meetings and ad‑hoc meetings with HQ teams, consultants and authorities.
• Manage and supervise Inspectors of Works (IOWs) to ensure effective and smooth site operations.
• Prepare and submit regular site progress reports to Senior Management, highlighting progress, risks and potential delays.
• Ensure timely delivery and completion of project milestones, proactively reporting any potential issues affecting schedule, quality or cost.
• Perform ad hoc duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant working experience, preferably in high‑rise building projects.
• Strong technical knowledge in Civil & Structural construction works.
• Experience or strong technical knowledge in Geotechnical engineering is an added advantage.
• Experience in QLASSIC assessment and quality compliance is an added advantage.
• Good leadership, coordination and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with consultants, contractors and authorities.