Head of Engineering

 

Head of Engineering

PERI FORMWORK Malaysia Sdn Bhd

PERI, a global leader in formwork, shoring, and scaffolding solutions, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Engineering to lead our Engineering team across Malaysia and Singapore. This role is key to driving technical excellence, innovation, and operational efficiency in delivering high-quality solutions to our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

• Provide expert guidance on formwork, shoring, and scaffolding solutions to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective designs.

• Support Sales with technical solutions and attend client or project meetings when required.

• Oversee project planning, equipment requirements, and coordination with Operations to ensure smooth delivery.

• Ensure all engineering documents, designs, and standards meet quality and compliance requirements.

• Collaborate with CIDB and product certification bodies to meet regulatory standards.

• Support the development of local product strategy aligned with PERI’s global direction.

• Represent PERI’s technical expertise internally and externally.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering (preferred).

• Minimum 10 years of engineering experience in formwork, shoring, scaffolding, or related industries.

• Strong knowledge of local regulations and engineering standards.

• Proficient in AutoCAD (2D/3D) and structural analysis software (e.g., RSTAB).

• Leadership experience with the ability to manage and grow a technical team.

• Excellent communication skills; fluent in English.

• Professional engineering registration is an advantage.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Results-oriented leader who can work under tight deadlines.

• Confident communicator able to collaborate across departments.

• A proactive, hands-on manager who can drive performance and inspire a high-performing team.