Resident Engineer - Electrical

Cushman & Wakefield; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Malaysia is hiring a Resident Engineer - Electrical for an upcoming Data Centre project. The role involves supervising electrical works on site, reviewing shop drawings, and ensuring compliance with design, quality standards, and safety requirements.

The candidate will monitor progress, coordinate with managers and contractors, and prepare inspection records and reports while upholding HSE rules and electrical safety regulations on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 3 years of experience in electrical engineering on construction or mission-critical projects.
• Experience in site supervision, electrical installations, and commissioning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day electrical works at the project site.
• Review and approve electrical shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with electrical codes, project specifications, and safety standards.
• Monitor contractors’ work progress and ensure adherence to schedule and quality requirements.
• Identify and resolve site-related technical issues or elevate them when needed.
• Coordinate with project managers, consultants, contractors, and other disciplines.
• Prepare daily/weekly reports, inspection records, and documentation.
• Ensure all site activities follow HSE rules and electrical safety regulations.

Skills

Site supervision

Electrical installations

Commissioning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title

Resident Engineer - Electrical

Job Description Summary

We are hiring this role for an upcoming Data Centre Project in Malaysia. The Resident Electrical Engineer is responsible for supervising and monitoring all electrical works on the project site to ensure compliance with design, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day electrical works at the project site
• Review and approve electrical shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals
• Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with electrical codes, project specifications, and safety standards
• Monitor contractors’ work progress and ensure adherence to schedule and quality requirements
• Identify and resolve site‑related technical issues or elevate them when needed
• Coordinate with project managers, consultants, contractors, and other disciplines
• Prepare daily/weekly reports, inspection records, and documentation
• Ensure all site activities follow HSE rules and electrical safety regulations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• At least 3 years of experience in electrical engineering within construction or mission‑critical projects
• Experience in site supervision, electrical installations, and commissioning
• Excellent communication, and stakeholder management skills

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”

About Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award‑winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com