M&E Design Manager

• Lead and manage the mechanical and electrical design process for data center projects from concept to completion.

• Review, validate, and coordinate design drawings, technical specifications, and schematics for HVAC, power, fire suppression, lighting, and building automation systems.

• Ensure M&E designs comply with Uptime Institute Tier standards (I–IV), ASHRAE, TIA-942, and other relevant global and local codes.

• Collaborate with architectural, civil, and IT design teams to ensure cross-discipline integration.

• Coordinate design with client’s requirements, including capacity planning (power, cooling, rack space).

2. Technical Review & Compliance

• Perform technical evaluations of M&E systems, ensuring design efficiency, scalability, and compliance with relevant standards.

• Evaluate and integrate energy efficiency and sustainability elements (e.g., green building certification, ISO 50001).

3. Project Planning & Execution Support

• Support the project team during tendering, procurement, and construction stages by providing technical input and reviewing submissions.

• Prepare or oversee the preparation of BOQs (Bill of Quantities), design reports, load calculations, and specifications.

• Attend and lead design coordination meetings with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.

• Track design milestones and manage timelines to meet overall project delivery schedules.

• Review and approve M&E system submittals from vendors and contractors.

• Provide technical clarification during bidding and construction phases.

• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), Site Acceptance Tests (SATs), and commissioning activities.

• Evaluate value engineering proposals from contractors without compromising design intent.

5. Risk, Quality & Safety Assurance

• Identify design risks and propose mitigation strategies early in the project.

• Ensure all designs follow fire protection, life safety, and EMI/RFI mitigation standards.

• Maintain a strong focus on operational safety, ease of maintenance, and modular/scalable infrastructure in the design.

6. Reporting & Documentation

• Produce design progress reports, highlight critical issues, and communicate them to senior management and clients.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including design changes, approvals, and version control.

• Support the creation of as-built documentation and handover packages at project completion.

Qualifications Required

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related field.

A Master’s Degree in a relevant field is an advantage but not mandatory.

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) – mandatory.

Competent Person (Chargeman/HT) certifications (for electrical engineers) are a plus.

Green Building Index (GBI) Facilitator or LEED/AP certification is an advantage (for sustainability-focused projects).

Familiarity with or certification in Uptime Institute, ASHRAE, or TIA-942 standards is highly regarded.

Project Management certifications like PMP or PRINCE2 are a bonus.

Experience Required

8–12 years of relevant working experience, with at least 3–5 years in a data center.

Proven experience leading M&E design for mission-critical infrastructure projects is essential.

Skills & Other Qualities/Preferences Required

Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit/BIM, Navisworks, and design calculation tools (e.g., Carrier).

Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS), SCADA, DCIM, and electrical single-line diagrams.

Strong understanding of:

• Redundancy planning (N, N+1, 2N) and scalability in data center infrastructure.