Electrical Construction Manager (Industrial & Science)

About the role

Turner & Townsend is looking for an Electrical Construction Manager based in Kuala Lumpur / Selangor. The role manages and supervises all electrical construction activities from installation through testing, commissioning and handover, overseeing contractors and coordinating with other disciplines.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and supervise electrical construction from installation through testing, commissioning and handover.
• Oversee contractor performance, productivity, quality, safety and schedule compliance.
• Coordinate electrical works with CSA, Mechanical, Process and Commissioning teams.
• Review construction methodologies, work packages, method statements and installation plans.
• Monitor installation of electrical systems such as substations, switchgear, transformers, power distribution, generators, UPS, lighting, grounding, lightning protection and ELV systems.
• Identify construction risks, technical issues and schedule constraints and implement mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, codes and regulations.
• Lead site coordination meetings, progress reviews and contractor performance discussions.
• Collaborate with QA/QC and HSE teams on quality and safety standards.
• Review progress reports, variations and contractor claims.
• Support testing, energization, commissioning, punch list closure and final handover.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical construction management on large-scale projects.
• Proven experience delivering Industrial, Semiconductor, Data Centre, Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing, Life Sciences or High-Tech Facility projects.
• Experience managing multiple contractors and stakeholders in complex construction environments.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of electrical construction practices, installation standards, testing and commissioning processes.
• Ability to manage contractors and coordinate with QA/QC and HSE teams.