Mr Teong Kai Jian, a recent graduate from the Bachelor of Civil Engineering with Honours programme at UTAR Lee Kong Chian Faculty of Engineering and Science (LKC FES), was honoured with the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) Malaysia Best Student Award 2025. This esteemed award recognises his exceptional academic achievement as the top-performing student in his cohort.
Teong (second from right) receiving his award
The award was presented at the 11th CIDB•CIOB Youth Arena Convention Malaysia 2025, held from 24 to 25 October 2025 at the CIOB Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur. The event, themed BEYOND BIM: Driving Digital Construction with CDE and Intelligent Technologies, was jointly organised by the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia and CIOB. The CIOB Best Student Award is presented to final-year construction-related students who have demonstrated exceptional academic excellence and a strong commitment to the built environment discipline.
Teong (second from left) at the 11th CIDB•CIOB Youth Arena Convention Malaysia 2025
Unlike a project-based competition, this award serves as a prestigious recognition of consistent academic performance throughout a student’s degree. Mr Teong was nominated for and received the award in acknowledgment of his remarkable feat of attaining the highest Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) in the Bachelor of Civil Engineering with Honours programme, from which he graduated in October 2024.
Upon receiving the award, Mr Teong shared his thoughts and gratitude. “I was nominated for this award not through a competition, but in recognition of my consistent academic performance throughout my degree,” he said. “I’ve always believed that engineering is not just about solving equations, but about learning how to think critically and create effective solutions. Receiving this award is an incredible honour; it reflects the effort, perseverance, and support I’ve received from my lecturers, friends, and family. It’s also a reminder that hard work and passion in learning can truly make a difference.”
He elaborated on the significance of his achievement, stating, “My achievement was based on attaining the highest CGPA in the Bachelor of Civil Engineering programme, reflecting consistent effort and dedication across all subjects—from structural design to project management. This award represents the culmination of years of hard work, teamwork, and a genuine passion for engineering.”
As for his future aspirations, Mr Teong added, “This recognition motivates me to continue growing as an engineer who not only excels academically but also contributes positively to the construction industry and society.”
For his outstanding accomplishment, Mr Teong received a certificate, a trophy, and a letter of congratulations from the CIOB.
Certificate, trophy, and the letter of congratulations presented to Teong
The UTAR community extends its heartiest congratulations to Mr Teong on this achievement. His dedication and scholarly excellence have brought great pride to himself and the University, serving as an inspiration to all current and future students.
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