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Deputy Project Manager (MEP Projects)

Project Management | Peninsular Malaysia (West Malaysia), Malaysia
Title
Deputy Project Manager (MEP Projects)
Reference
4052938
Salary
Competitive
Contract
Permanent / Full Time
Industry
Project Management
Location
Peninsular Malaysia (West Malaysia)

Mills Recruitment is partnering with a leading data center construction and engineering company to hire a Project Manager (MEP Projects) based in KVTP Project, Kapar, Selangor, Malaysia, supporting large-scale data center MEP project delivery across Southeast Asia.
 
About the Role
The Challenge
Take ownership of end-to-end MEP project delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with quality and client requirements.
 
The Opportunity
Lead large-scale data center MEP projects from bidding through commissioning while working closely with clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and project teams to deliver mission-critical facilities.
 
Compensation and Benefits
Market-aligned remuneration package based on your experience and expertise.
 
What You Will Do

  • Manage the full lifecycle of data center MEP projects, including bidding support, detailed design, procurement, construction, installation, commissioning, testing, handover, and customer acceptance.
  • Coordinate equipment procurement, material delivery, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Manage project cost, schedule, quality, EHS, documentation, and compliance requirements while achieving project objectives.
  • Resolve technical, supplier, and on-site coordination issues to maintain project progress and quality.
  • Lead, train, and manage project teams while driving continuous improvement through regular project reviews and performance evaluations.

Who We Are Looking For Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or above in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, HVAC, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience managing MEP projects within data center environments or related projects.
  • Familiarity with critical data center systems, including diesel generators, UPS, chillers, and related MEP infrastructure.
  • Experience managing project cost, schedule, EHS, quality, documentation, and stakeholder coordination.
  • Overseas project experience will be an advantage.

Skills and Attributes:

  • Strong technical knowledge of data center MEP systems and project delivery.
  • Excellent leadership, project planning, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Proficiency in Mandarin and English is essential to effectively communicate with project stakeholders, suppliers, clients, and counterparts.
  • Responsible, proactive, and willing to travel for overseas project assignments as required.

Apply Now
If you’re ready to lead large-scale data center MEP projects from planning through successful delivery, apply online now or send your latest CV to Danica Laxamana at danica.laxamana@millsrecruitment.com

Salary
Competitive
Contract
Permanent / Full Time
Ref #
4052938

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