Assistant Project Manager, Mechanical (Industrial Asset Development Projects)

SEMBCORP DEVELOPMENT LTD.; Penarth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy and urban solutions provider seeks a Mechanical Engineer for their Penarth office in the UK. The role involves handling planning and design for M&E systems in land infrastructure and industrial projects. Candidates should have 5-8 years of experience in M&E systems development, a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and proficiency in AutoCAD. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a collaborative culture focused on energy transition and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience in planning and design of M&E systems.
• Sound knowledge of M&E systems throughout the project development cycle.
• Familiar with Building and Fire Safety Regulations and Green Building Design.

Responsibilities

• Provide sustainability-oriented planning and design concepts for mechanical systems.
• Conduct pre-qualification of contractors and prepare tender documents.
• Manage and review consultants' designs for M&E systems.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

M&E systems design

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Education

Recognized Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office Applications

AutoCAD

Job description

About Sembcorp

Sembcorp is a leading energy and urban solutions provider headquartered in Singapore. Led by its purpose to drive energy transition, Sembcorp delivers sustainable energy solutions and urban developments by leveraging its sector expertise and global track record.

Join Integrated Urban Solutions

Play a role in building smart and sustainable cities! With over 30 years of experience, we transform raw land into thriving developments across Vietnam, Indonesia, and China. As a key growth engine, our Integrated Urban Solutions segment strives to be Asia’s fastest growing industrial solutions provider. By delivering efficient energy solutions and pioneering innovative water resource management, we enable the growth of vibrant, future ready communities.

Purpose and Scope

This position will be responsible for handling all mechanical engineering planning and design matters in land infrastructure and industrial asset development projects in the Southeast Asian Region.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Work along with Project Manager or Project Leader to provide sustainability-oriented planning and design concept/ideas in mechanical systems for land infrastructure and industrial asset developments.
• Conduct pre-qualification of contractors and consultants, prepare tender documents related to the M&E systems, and evaluate technical proposals at tender.
• Manage and review consultants’ designs, drawings and specifications for M&E systems after award of contract so as to achieve optimal design and cost.
• Conduct preliminary technical feasibility study on the M&E systems including cost estimates for new industrial parks or industrial assets such as warehouses and factories.
• Review and improve design & product specifications for MEP systems to enable their cost effectiveness.
• Support Project Manager/ Project Lead in technical due diligence for M&A of existing industrial assets, e.g. warehouses or factories, in collaboration with local technical team and external consultants.
• Deal with stakeholders including project owner, consultants, and contractors to resolve mechanical & electrical system issues that arise during planning and construction stage.
• Conduct research to keep abreast of new technology for mechanical engineering design or products that are applicable to or relevant to the projects being pursued as part of continuous professional development and knowledge sharing culture in Sembcorp.
• Support Project Manager in review/ updating of standard operating procedures/ workflow for project development.

Qualification, Skills, and Experience

• At least 5 - 8 years of relevant experiences in planning and design of M&E systems for building projects.
• Possess a recognized Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Possess sound knowledge in M&E systems for industrial assets throughout the project development cycle as well as in operation.
• Familiar with the prevailing technical design practice, Building and Fire Safety Regulations and Green Building & Sustainability Design.
• Familiar with codes of practice in Vietnam and Indonesia an added advantage.
• Proficient in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint and Excel), AutoCAD.
• Possess good interpersonal and problem-solving skills, good collaborative spirit, and be able to handle tasks independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous industrial assets background and sustainable solutions an added advantage.
• Willing to travel when business need arises.

Our Culture at Sembcorp

At Sembcorp, our culture is shaped by a strong set of shared behaviours that guide the way we work and uphold our commitment to driving the energy transition.

We foster an institution-first mindset, where the success of Sembcorp takes precedence over individual interests. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, as we work seamlessly across markets, businesses, and functions to achieve our goals together. Accountability is a core principle, ensuring that we take ownership of our commitments and deliver on them with integrity and excellence. These values define who we are and create a workplace where our people can thrive while making a meaningful impact on driving energy transition.

Join us in making a real impact!