Arif Farhan

An accomplished and dedicated Electrical Project Manager with over 13 years of experience delivering complex electrical installations across high-voltage (HV) and low-voltage (LV) systems. Proven track record of successfully managing projects for megastructures, including MRT underground tunnels, gas plants, factories, and commercial healthcare facilities. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, managing subcontractor claims, and delivering fast-track projects up to 33kV within strict timelines and approved budgets.

Highly motivated to leverage strong project management and high-voltage technical experience to transition into utility-scale 132/275kV systems.

Electrical Project Manager - Carpeton Industries Sdn Bhd - Kuala Lumpur

(2022-12)

Project: Sunway Medical Center, Ipoh (Scope: Electrical services from incoming TNB 11kV infrastructure up to final sub-circuits).

• Lead overall project execution as Project Manager, overseeing budgeting, material planning, and developing work programs.
• Establish structural project tools, including monthly management dashboards and organization charts, to track deliverables.
• Manage engineering teams by defining tasks and deadlines to ensure all site documentation (drawings, material approvals, Method Statements) complies with client specifications.
• Chair weekly site progress and coordination meetings; systematically record site delays and handover dates to mitigate risks and prepare Extension of Time (EOT) documentation if necessary.

Head of Electrical Project Management / Project Manager - Carpeton Industries Sdn Bhd - Kuala Lumpur

(2020-02 - 2022-12)

Projects: MRT Line 2 TTWS Station & Underground Tunnel, Kuala Lumpur (Scope: Electrical & Mechanical services for a 24km tunnel, including tunnel lighting, line heat detection, wet riser systems, and cabling bracketing work).

• Successfully achieved early handover to the client despite a 3-month mandatory site shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Optimized project timelines by revising existing work programs and reallocating manpower and subcontractor resources to eliminate progress bottlenecks.
• Formulated micro-work programs to align execution with the client's targeted milestones.
• Issued site instructions and official memos to suppliers and subcontractors to strictly control and monitor additional work scopes.
• Evaluated and verified subcontractor monthly claims while preparing accurate company claims for client billing.

Assistant Project Manager - Carpeton Industries Sdn Bhd - Johor

(2019-01 - 2019-07)

Project 1: Rapid Petronas, Pengerang, Johor (Scope: 11kV switchgear relocation from existing to new SSU, including 2 RMUs for temporary plant power supply, pulling/jointing new cables, and testing/commissioning). Project 2: Linde Malaysia, Pasir Gudang, Johor (Scope: Installation of HV 33kV system for an extended gas plant, including 33kV switchgear, transformers, cables to 11kV motors, and NER testing/commissioning).

• Successfully executed and completed both high-stakes projects within the required factory shutdown windows with zero disruption to continuous plant operations.
• Delivered both projects within the approved budget, maintaining company profit margins through stringent cost control.
• Prepared critical submission documentation, including material technical specifications, shop drawings, and specialized Method of Statements for high-voltage works.
• Managed project budgeting and fed procurement data to the contracts and commercial departments to streamline material delivery.

Senior Project Engineer - Carpeton Industries Sdn Bhd - Malaysia

(2013-05 - 2018-12)

Managed multiple electrical projects across various industries and scales.

• Gamuda IBS 2, Banting (Jan 2018 – Dec 2018): Managed M&E installations for 2 factories, a 2-story office, worker homestays, and a stockyard. Delivered the project successfully alongside 1 junior engineer.
• Linde Malaysia (Freescale), Petaling Jaya (Sept 2017 – Dec 2017): HV 11kV electrical system installation to supply an 11kV motor for a gas plant expansion.
• Renesas, Teluk Panglima Garang (Feb 2016 – Oct 2016): Cabling work for an 11kV electrical system involving 2 new RMUs.
• AEON, Kempas, Johor Bahru (Jan 2015 – Nov 2015): Installation of 33kV system for a new shopping complex, including relay coordination settings on switchgear and Main Switchboards (MSB).
• MRT Depot, Sungai Buloh (Jun 2013 – Dec 2014)
• AEON, Kulaijaya, Johor Bahru (May 2013 – Oct 2013)
• Sewerage Treatment Plant, Klang (Jan 2013 – Dec 2013)

Master Degree - Electrical Engineering (Power) - Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)

Bachelor's Degree - Electrical Engineering (Power) - Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)