Technical Tender Executive (HQ)

China State Construction Engineering Corporation; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a Technical Tender Support Engineer to prepare and coordinate technical tender submissions. The role requires a degree in Engineering and experience in construction tendering, with a focus on the development of construction schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project. Candidates must have site construction experience and should be fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia. This position offers opportunities for professional development within a stable HQ environment.

Benefits

Salary package negotiable based on experience

Participation in large-scale projects

Stable working environment with development path

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Civil, Building, or related disciplines.
• Experience in construction tendering or technical submissions.
• At least two complete project site constructions from start to finish.
• Strong understanding of tender-stage Master Programme development.
• Solid knowledge of construction sequencing and schedule control.
• Familiarity with the Malaysian construction approval processes is an advantage.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia; fluency in Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate technical tender submissions at HQ.
• Develop construction schedules during the tender stage.
• Coordinate with internal teams to consolidate tender information.
• Support revisions to technical proposals in response to queries.

Skills

Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia

Knowledge of Primavera P6 and/or MS Project

Strong communication and presentation skills

Detail-oriented and well-organized

Education

Degree or diploma in Engineering, Civil, Building

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Location: Headquarters (KL HQ)
Role Type: Tender-stage technical support
Company Type: Main Contractor / EPC / Industrial & Data Centre Projects
Reporting To: Tender Manager / Technical Director

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Based at Headquarters (HQ), responsible for the preparation, compilation, and coordination of technical tender submissions;
• 2. Prepare and/or support the development of the Master Programme (overall construction schedule) during the tender stage in accordance with tender requirements;
• 3. Develop logical construction sequencing, critical paths, and key milestones in alignment with the proposed Method Statement;
• 4. Provide technical input on project duration, phasing, and resource assumptions from a constructability perspective;
• 5. Coordinate with internal teams (Engineering, Planning, M&E, Procurement, etc.) to collect and consolidate technical tender information;
• 6. Support revisions to technical proposals and programmes in response to client or consultant clarifications;
• 7. Assist in technical clarifications, tender queries, and preparation of related technical documentation.

Requirements

• 1. Degree or diploma in Engineering, Civil, Building, Mechanical & Electrical, or related disciplines;
• 2. Experience in construction tendering or technical submissions, with HQ-based tender support experience preferred;
• 3. At least two (2) complete project site construction experiences from commencement to completion, with hands‑on involvement and clear understanding of the full construction process;
• 4. Strong understanding of tender-stage Master Programme development, with proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or MS Project;
• 5. Solid knowledge of construction sequencing, critical path analysis, and schedule control;
• 6. Familiarity with the Malaysian construction environment and basic approval processes (e.g. Local Authorities, Bomba, CIDB) is an advantage;
• 7. Language requirements:
  • Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia (mandatory);
  • Fluency in Mandarin (Chinese) is an added advantage;
  Able to conduct professional technical communication, tender clarifications, and prepare written technical documents;
• 8. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate technical and construction‑related matters clearly;
• 9. Detail‑oriented, well‑organised, and able to perform effectively in a fast‑paced tender environment.

Position Notes

• • This is a HQ-based technical tender role, not a site‑based position;
• • Candidates must have genuine, end‑to‑end site construction experience, although the current role focuses on technical and tender support;
• • Suitable for engineers transitioning from site execution to technical, tendering, or project planning functions.

Salary & Benefits

• • Salary package to be negotiated based on experience and competency;
• • Opportunity to participate in large‑scale industrial, data centre, and complex projects;
• • Stable HQ working environment with a clear professional development path.

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