Senior Engineer/ Executive- Proposal

Salcon Engineering Berhad; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage tender administration and cost estimation. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying and 5-8 years of relevant experience. The role involves analyzing tenders, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with company standards. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail are essential. Join a dynamic team committed to innovative engineering solutions.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Education support

Professional membership

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of related working experiences as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Knowledge of the construction and engineering industry.
• Construction estimating and costing experience.

Responsibilities

• Full spectrum of tender administration including cost estimate, BQ preparation.
• Responsible for site visit and tender briefing.
• Review tenders and proposals for accuracy.
• Analyze and negotiate with suppliers/sub-contractors pricing.

Skills

Excellent mathematical/numerical skill

Attention to detail

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Problem-solving ability

Competent negotiation skill

Education

Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying

Job description

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Full Spectrum of tender administration including cost estimate, BQ preparation, review tender document, call quotation/ tender, evaluate tender submission, and prepare award recommendation.

Responsible for site visit and tender briefing and assist in project scope definition.

Review tenders and proposals for accuracy and consistency with proposal strategy.

Sourcing and determine suppliers/sub-contractors’ eligibility for inclusion in company’s vendors list.

Liaison and coordination with in‑house consultant regarding design preference/advantages and solutions.

Create schedule for construction execution plan including resource allocation to meet tender requirement.

Estimate and analyze the cost of the works including impact of alternate materials.

Analyze, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers/sub-contractors pricing for every tender.

Update tender costing database in form of unit rate for essential general material, machinery and labor cost.

Prepare bills of quantity from drawings take‑off with sufficient definition of work scope.

Feasibility study of job/contract offered from client/consultant/main contractor.

Develops accurate cost calculations.

Preparation/assist in submission of tender including method statements, work program, schedule of rates and resources chart.

To comply with ISO requirements and company’s policies/regulations/procedures.

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, with practical experience and technical understanding of Mechanical & Process, Electrical & Control, and Civil & Structural works, particularly in preparing tender submissions.

At least 5‑8 years of related working experiences as a Quantity Surveyor.

Knowledge of the construction and engineering industry.

Construction estimating and costing experience.

Excellent mathematical/numerical and analytical skill.

Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.

Competent negotiation skill & process improvement mindset and attitude.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Problem‑solving ability & persuasive, positive and enthusiastic.

Ability to work independently collaboratively with a team.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years of estimating experience do you have?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Proposal Executive?
• Do you have experience preparing and submitting tenders?
• Are you willing to undergo a pre‑employment background check?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Quantity Surveyor Engineer?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Tender Specialist?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

Salcon Berhad (“Salcon”) is a well‑diversified investment holding company with business in water and wastewater engineering & construction, healthcare, technology services, transportation, renewable energy and property development with presence in Malaysia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, India and the United Kingdom.

The Group takes pride as a sustainable organisation with almost five decades of track record of excellence and experience, having contributed to some of the nation’s most essential infrastructure developments while creating significant value that contributes to the socio‑economic development of the nation. For further information, please visit the Group’s website at www.salcon.com.my.

Why Join Us

SALCON BERHAD is a public‑listed corporation with focus on water and waste water management with subsidiaries in Malaysia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and Thailand. As a dynamic and highly successful company, we have an impressive and sustainable track record in providing innovative, efficient engineering solutions and construction in infrastructure turnkey projects. In the water and wastewater industry, Salcon envisions itself to be in the forefront of future projects in other parts of Asia and is currently looking for other countries in the region, which has tremendous growth for expansion. Hence, we would like to invite dynamic, dedicated and resourceful individuals to join us in our expansion and grow together to achieve greater heights.

Perks and benefits Medical Miscellaneous allowance Education support Loans Parking Staff Insurance, Professional membership