Civil & Structural Engineering

Norasiah Binti
Pakir Mohamad

Senior Site Engineer

Delivering MRT infrastructure, multi-storey structures and industrial facilities from substructure to superstructure — on programme, on spec, on site.

Portrait of Norasiah Binti Pakir Mohamad
  Site & Structural Engineering

Building infrastructure that serves generations.

Our society relies heavily on the work of civil engineers. The infrastructure they build and maintain serves communities and individuals for generations. For me, this encapsulates the essence of being a civil engineer — a professional with the chance to undertake projects that not only transform our physical environment but also enhance the lives of millions of people.

Location Kajang 2, Selangor, Malaysia
Date of Birth 20 February 1990
57 Spans installed via launching girder, MRT project
260t Combined weight of two link bridges monitored & installed (80t + 180t)
4 Major projects led from substructure to superstructure
2018–22 Section Head Engineer, Irama Duta Sdn. Bhd.

Milestones on site.

01

MRT Launching Girder — 57 Spans

Successfully managed the installation of 57 spans using a launching girder, overseeing all substructure and superstructure work including parapet, segmental box girder and drainage.

02

Multi-Storey Park & Ride (MSPR)

Successfully managed all structural, architectural and mechanical work for the Multi-Storey Park and Ride building within the MRT project.

03

TTDI MRT Station Link Bridges

Monitored and installed two link bridges weighing 80 and 180 tons at TTDI MRT Station, plus all steel structure work at the station.

04

Industrial & Mixed Development

Managed the First Solar Kulim warehouse project (substructure to superstructure) and led the VerdePalm project at Gelang Patah end to end, including architectural work.

On the ground.

A look at the works — from earthworks and rebar to completed structures — across MRT, industrial and residential developments.

Career timeline.

Freelance Engineer

Present

Independent Consultant

Providing engineering support across RFI closing, method statements and site management.

RFI Closing
  • Prepared all supporting documents for pending Requests for Inspection (RFI)
  • Liaised with consultants and clients to finalise structural, mechanical and architectural documents
  • Closed all documents with Code 1 status within the provided deadline
Method Statement
  • Prepared method statements, job safety analysis, inspection checklists and environmental analysis
  • Compiled material lists and prepared catalogue and machinery submissions
  • Developed checklist forms
Shop Drawing & Site Management
  • Liaised with the site team to produce shop drawings
  • Managed site activities including concrete work, rebar installation and formwork

Senior Site Engineer

Mar 2018 – Feb 2022

Irama Duta Sdn. Bhd.

As Section Head Engineer, managed two major projects — V208 and MSPR208 — end to end.

V208 Project

  • Monitored fabrication of parapets and segmental box girders
  • Prepared site arrangements for launching box girders across 57 spans
  • Developed one-month programs for site planning and casting of pile caps and pier columns
  • Managed substructure (pile caps) and superstructure (pier columns to segmental box girder) progress
  • Prepared and presented method statements, safety analyses and quality inspection checklists
  • Created shop drawings for pier casting, retaining walls and drainage
  • Compiled material lists for drainage installation at the segment viaduct
  • Developed programs for parapet and noise barrier installation, including cable hangers
  • Liaised with the consultant team on design issues and inspections
  • Monitored instrumentation installation and ongoing monitoring for the entire project
  • Oversaw viaduct drainage work, including rebar installation and concreting
  • Prepared method statements for defect work and monitored rectification on site

MSPR208 Project — Multi-Storey Park & Ride

Structure Work
  • Ground beam and ground slab
  • Column
  • Level 1 and Level 2 beam and slab
  • Drainage work
  • RC wall
  • Staircase
  • Ramp
Architecture Work
  • Waterproofing work
  • Door and window installation
  • Rainwater down pipe installation
  • Bollard installation
  • Floor finishing — tile and screeding
  • Ceiling installation
  • Block wall installation
Mechanical Work
  • Lighting work
  • Fire protection system — fire drums, hose reel installation
  • Sanitary and plumbing work, underground to ground
  • Earthing system
  • Managed substructure, superstructure, architectural and mechanical progress for the MSPR building
  • Monitored all subcontractor activities across structure, architecture and mechanical work
  • Oversaw fabrication of steel structures, including canopies and bollards
  • Organised site arrangements for rebar installation and concreting
  • Developed a one-month site planning program across all disciplines
  • Reviewed and presented shop drawings for mechanical and architectural work
  • Coordinated with TNB for handover of the adjacent TNB building
  • Collaborated with third-party designers (PE) on falsework system design calculations
  • Prepared material submissions and technical queries for structural, architectural and mechanical drawings
  • Oversaw infrastructure work — drainage and RC walls — including rebar and concreting
  • Developed method statements for defect work and monitored rectification on site

Project Engineer

Sept 2015 – Feb 2018

Principle Perspective Engineering Sdn. Bhd.

Managed three projects, gaining valuable knowledge across industrial, infrastructure and mixed developments.

First Solar Kulim Project
  • Successfully managed warehouse projects, overseeing all aspects from substructure to superstructure work
TTDI Station Project
  • Monitored and installed two link bridges weighing 80 and 180 tons
  • Served as Project Engineer for the MRT station project
  • Managed all steel structure work, including both steel structure entrances
  • Liaised with consultants and clients on progress; ensured full safety compliance on site
VerdePalm Project
  • Managed the project at Gelang Patah — substructure to superstructure, including architectural work
  • Compiled and submitted all required documentation
  • Developed all method statements for the entire project
  • Participated in Quality Control activities alongside the Project Engineer role

Internship

Jan 2014 – Aug 2014

UEM Sunrise (UEM Group)

Completed an 8-month degree internship involved in the RADIA Mixed Commercial Development project, gaining practical experience in project management.

Tools of the trade.

Languages

English
Malay

Software

AutoCAD PASA SACS MS Word MS Excel MS Project PowerPoint

Education.

2011 – 2015

Bachelor in Civil Engineering

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP)

Major: Offshore Oil & Gas Structure · CGPA: 3.18

2008 – 2011

Diploma in Civil Engineering

Politeknik Ungku Omar (PUO)

CGPA: 3.61

2006 – 2007

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)

SMK Datuk Haji Abdul Wahab

Grade: 3A 3B 2C

2003 – 2005

Penilaian Menengah Rendah (PMR)

SMK Datuk Haji Abdul Wahab

Grade: 1A 7B

Hobbies & interests.

Reading Novels
Going to the Gym
Road Cycling
Badminton
Bowling
Exploring & Adventure Travel

Let’s build something that lasts.

Open to Senior Site Engineer, Section Head Engineer and Project Engineer opportunities in infrastructure, rail and industrial construction.

norasiahpakir@gmail.com Kajang 2, Selangor, Malaysia

References

Syed Nur Aizuddin

Project Manager · Irama Duta Sdn. Bhd.

Snaizuddin@i-duta.com.my

Mohd Nazlan Bin Abu Bakar

Project Manager · Irama Duta Sdn. Bhd.

M.Nazlan@v208.com.my