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M&E Manager

Xircle Talent


Job Location:

Johor Bahru - Malaysia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 10 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 7 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the Company

Our client is a premier international-standard project management consultancy with an impeccable track record of delivering complex projects on time and on an industry where cost overruns and delays are the norms our client stands out by consistently executing seamless project delivery through data-driven processes and innovative management solutions.

We are seeking a highly technical solutions-oriented M&E Manager to join our elite team and drive engineering excellence across our project portfolio.


Role Overview

As an M&E Manager you will lead and oversee the coordination installation testing and commissioning of all Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) systems from project inception to final handover. Because M&E systems represent the life support of any modern building you will serve as the technical anchor linking clients engineering consultants and specialized sub-contractors. True to our company ethos you will not just spot design conflicts or site clashesyou will proactively orchestrate remedies to ensure seamless systems integration without stalling project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Technical Review: Review M&E drawings technical specifications and method statements to identify design discrepancies buildability issues and value-engineering opportunities early.

Interference & Clash Coordination: Lead building services coordination meetings and oversee the resolution of structural/architectural/M&E clashes (utilizing BIM processes where applicable) before physical installation begins.

Site Progress & Quality Control: Supervise site installations to ensure sub-contractors comply strictly with approved shop drawings local building codes safety standards and strict quality control metrics.

Testing & Commissioning (T&C): Direct and manage the entire T&C process ensuring all systems (HVAC fire fighting electrical plumbing ELV) are fully functional integrated and ready for authority inspections and client handover.

Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary technical advisor to clients architects civil engineers and regulatory authorities on all M&E matters fostering a collaborative solution-focused environment.

Contract & Variations Management: Evaluate M&E sub-contractor progress claims technical variations and material submissions to mitigate budgetary risks and timeline delays.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related building services engineering discipline.

Experience: Minimum of 69 years of proven experience in M&E/MEP management ideally with a background in complex projects (e.g. high-rise residential mixed-use commercial data centers or industrial facilities) within a project management consultancy or reputable main contractor.

Technical Skills:


Deep technical knowledge of local Malaysia M&E authorities regulations (e.g. Suruhanjaya Tenaga Syabas IWK BOMBA TNB).

Strong familiarity with modern building systems green building standards (GBI/Green Mark) and BIM (Building Information Modeling) workflows.

Proficiency in project management and engineering tools (AutoCAD MS Project or specialized construction tech platforms).

Soft Skills:


A proactive find a remedy mindset with sharp analytical problem-solving skills to unpack complex technical issues.

Strong commanding presence with excellent negotiation communication and relationship-building skills on-site.

Language: Professional fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia is required. Professional proficiency in Mandarin or other dialects is a distinct advantage due to project vendor demographics.

What We Offer

The opportunity to work with an industry-leading consultancy managing high-profile landmark developments.

A dynamic collaborative and innovation-driven work culture that respects and values technical expertise.

Attractive remuneration package performance incentives and comprehensive medical benefits.

Clear pathways for career progression and professional development.