Senior Sales Engineer / Manager (PEB / Steel structural)

NOVA BUILDINGS GROUP; Kuala Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVA BUILDINGS GROUP in Malaysia is seeking a Structural Steel / PEB Senior Sales Engineer who can combine strong technical engineering knowledge with sales and commercial acumen to develop, promote, and secure PEB and structural steel projects.

The role involves reading drawings, discussing design solutions with consultants, coordinating with internal engineering teams, and translating steel specifications into compelling, cost‑effective commercial proposals that drive revenue and secure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management
• Minimum 5 years of B2B sales or structural/applications engineering experience, preferably within the construction or steel fabrication sector.
• Proven track record of dealing with structural steel, building codes and construction methodologies.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of structural analysis software such as SAP2000 or STAAD.Pro is an added advantage.
• Experience managing leads and sales pipelines in platforms such as Salesforce or Hubspot is an added advantage.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and technical reporting skills in English and the local language.
• A self-motivated, analytical, and results-driven individual with strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Candidate with more years of experience will be considered for Sales Manager position.

Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and secure new project opportunities for Pre-Engineered Buildings (PEB) and structural steel structures such as factories, warehouses, and industrial facilities.
• Review and interpret architectural and structural drawings, specifications, and tender documents to understand design intent, project scope, and technical requirements.
• Prepare detailed technical commercial proposals, engineering estimates and manage RFI/RFP (Request for information/proposal) responses.
• Maintain and expand professional relationships with consultants, architects, contractors, clients and developers to strengthen the company’s reputation and market presence.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and upcoming projects, and prepare regular sales forecasts, pipeline updates, and performance reports for management review.
• Deliver technical presentations and engage in detailed discussions with clients, consultants, and contractors to explain structural solutions, design approaches, and compliance with codes.
• Support clients during pre-award and post-award coordination, including technical clarifications, foundation interface alignment, and scope definition.
• Provide preliminary design support during high demand period to facilitate on-time budgetary quotation submission.
• Assist manager in closing deals, reviewing technical terms and finalizing contract specifications.

Skills

Sales acumen

Technical knowledge

Client-facing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

SAP2000

STAAD.Pro

Salesforce

Hubspot

Job description

We are seeking a Structural Steel / PEB Senior Sales Engineer who can combine strong technical engineering knowledge with sales and commercial acumen to develop, promote, and secure Pre-Engineered Building (PEB) and structural steel projects.

The ideal candidate is a Civil or Structural Engineer who understands how steel building's function — able to read and interpret architectural blueprints, discuss and evaluate design solutions with consultants, coordinate closely with internal engineering teams, and translate complex technical steel specifications into compelling, cost-effective commercial proposals that drive revenue and secure contracts.

This role bridges the gap between commercial sales and structural engineering, making it ideal for engineers who enjoy applying structural knowledge in a client-facing, solution-driven environment that combines both technical problem-solving and business development.

Identify, pursue, and secure new project opportunities for Pre-Engineered Buildings (PEB) and structural steel structures such as factories, warehouses, and industrial facilities.

Review and interpret architectural and structural drawings, specifications, and tender documents to understand design intent, project scope, and technical requirements.

Prepare detailed technical commercial proposals, engineering estimates and manage RFI/RFP (Request for information/proposal) responses.

Maintain and expand professional relationships with consultants, architects, contractors, clients and developers to strengthen the company’s reputation and market presence.

Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and upcoming projects, and prepare regular sales forecasts, pipeline updates, and performance reports for management review.

Deliver technical presentations and engage in detailed discussions with clients, consultants, and contractors to explain structural solutions, design approaches, and compliance with codes.

Support clients during pre-award and post-award coordination, including technical clarifications, foundation interface alignment, and scope definition.

Provide preliminary design support during high demand period to facilitate on-time budgetary quotation submission.

Assist manager in closing deals, reviewing technical terms and finalizing contract specifications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Minimum 5 years of B2B sales or structural/applications engineering experience, preferably within the construction or steel fabrication sector.

Proven track record of dealing with structural steel, building codes and construction methodologies.

Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Knowledge of structural analysis software such as SAP2000 or STAAD.Pro is an added advantage.

Experience managing leads and sales pipelines in platforms such as Salesforce or Hubspot is an added advantage.

Excellent communication, presentation, and technical reporting skills in English and the local language.

A self-motivated, analytical, and results-driven individual with strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Candidate with more years of experience will be considered for Sales Manager position.