Senior Manager, Mechanical & Electrical (M&E)

Mah Sing Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Mah Sing Group is seeking a Senior Manager, Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) to review and oversee M&E design drawings, calculations, and specifications across developments, ensuring alignment with project requirements, budgets, and local regulations.

You will lead design coordination with architectural, structural, civil and landscape teams, drive value engineering, and oversee tender reviews, shop drawings, testing, commissioning, and handover activities, while mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Professional Engineer (Ir.) status with BEM is an added advantage.
• Minimum 8–10 years of M&E experience in property development or construction, incl. 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong technical knowledge in building services and authority requirements.
• Excellent coordination, leadership and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and M&E design review tools.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate M&E drawings, calculations and technical specs with consultants to meet project requirements and regulatory compliance.
• Provide strategic input during concept and schematic design stages for cost-effective, efficient M&E systems.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, civil and landscape teams to resolve interfaces and ensure integration.
• Oversee M&E design during construction and implementation to meet approved drawings and standards.
• Support tender processes by reviewing tender drawings and technical specs; participate in clarifications and evaluations.
• Provide technical oversight for testing, commissioning and handover; assist with post-construction rectifications.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (Ir.) with BEM

Tools

MS Office

M&E design review tools

Job description

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Senior Manager, Mechanical & Electrical (M&E)

Review and evaluate M&E design drawings, calculations, and technical specifications prepared by consultants to ensure alignment with project requirements, cost targets, and compliance with local authority regulations (e.g., ST, SPAN, BOMBA, TNB, IWK, and Local Councils).

Provide strategic input during concept and schematic design stages to achieve cost-effective, efficient, and sustainable M&E systems.

Collaborate with the Head of Project to understand development requirements and feasibility parameters, and ensure all M&E designs meet the approved budget and design intent.

Coordinate with architectural, structural, civil, and landscape teams to resolve design interfaces, technical discrepancies, and ensure seamless multidisciplinary integration.

Recommend innovative, up-to-date, and state-of-the-art solutions in M&E systems, including sustainable technologies, energy-efficient systems, smart building applications, and dynamic QR code solutions.

Oversee infrastructure design and implementation requirements for landed developments, including authority submissions and liaison with relevant agencies (Local Council, TNB, ST, SPAN, IWK, etc.).

Support the Contracts Department during the tender process by reviewing tender drawings and technical specifications.

Participate in tender clarifications, evaluations, and interviews to ensure technical and commercial consistency.

Provide professional advice on value engineering and alternative design proposals that optimise cost and performance without compromising regulatory compliance.

3. Construction & Implementation Stage

Provide technical oversight and guidance on M&E implementation to ensure works are aligned with approved drawings, specifications, design intent, and applicable standards.

Review and approve shop drawings, material submissions, and method statements.

Conduct coordination meetings with consultants, contractors, and project teams to resolve design and technical issues promptly.

Ensure that M&E testing, commissioning, and handover requirements are properly coordinated and meet all functional and safety requirements.

Provide technical support for post-construction rectifications and defect resolution in collaboration with the QA/QC team and consultants.

4. Additional Skills & Knowledge

Sound knowledge of M&E design requirements for both strata and non-strata developments.

Familiarity with infrastructure design and authority compliance for data centre projects.

Strong understanding of sustainable building practices, digital integration, and emerging M&E technologies.

Job Requirements

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

Professional Engineer (Ir.) status with BEM is an added advantage.

Minimum 8–10 years of M&E experience in property development or construction, including at least 3 years in a managerial role.

Strong technical knowledge in building services and authority requirements.

Excellent coordination, leadership, and communication skills.

Proficient in MS Office and M&E design review tools.

Independent, proactive, and results-driven.