Project Based - Engineering Assistant

SM Development Corporation; Pasay; On-site; PHP 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

SM Development Corporation invites applications for a Post Turnover Support Specialist to ensure Ready-for-Occupancy units meet quality standards and are handed over smoothly to homeowners.

You will coordinate with contractors and project teams, assist in inspections, documentation, COCA creation, and turnover scheduling to support timely delivery and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 1+ year experience in construction, property development, real estate, project turnover, quality inspection, or related engineering functions.
• Knowledge of construction processes, quality standards, property turnover, and unit inspection activities.
• Strong coordination and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in inspecting units, mailboxes, and parking slots for post-turnover projects.
• Verify utility meter connections and conduct tests (electrical continuity, functionality, plumbing).
• Confirm completeness and compatibility of keys prior to turnover.
• Evaluate buyers' punch lists and endorse defects for rectification and Job Order processing.
• Prepare and process project documentation (IWS details, RRFs, punch lists, attachments).

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture

Tools

MS Office

Project documentation systems

Job description

Job description: Your Role, Your Impact

• Support the inspection, rectification, and turnover of residential units, mailboxes, and parking slots for Ready-for-Occupancy (RFO) projects.
• Help ensure that completed units meet company quality standards and are ready for turnover to homeowners.
• Coordinate with contractors, project teams, and internal stakeholders to monitor rectification works and project closeout activities.
• Assist in maintaining accurate documentation, reporting, and compliance throughout the post-turnover process.

Reports to: Post Turnover Supervisor / Assistant Manager / Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the inspection of residential units, mailboxes, and parking slots for post-turnover projects.
• Verify utility meter connections and conduct electrical continuity tests, functionality tests, and plumbing flow tests.
• Confirm the completeness and compatibility of keys for units and mailboxes prior to turnover.
• Evaluate buyers' punch lists and endorse valid defects for rectification and Job Order processing.
• Prepare and process project documentation, including IWS details, RRFs, punch lists, and related attachments.
• Coordinate with Procurement and project teams for Job Order creation, approval, and implementation.
• Monitor the progress and completion of unit rectification works to ensure timely delivery.
• Inspect completed rectification works, prepare Certificates of Completion and Acceptance (COCA), and facilitate approval processes.
• Validate contractor accomplishments, process contractor billings, and support Purchase Order technical closures.
• Maintain accurate monitoring reports, update unit acceptance status, and coordinate turnover schedules.
• Promote workplace safety by adhering to company health and safety standards and reporting potential risks.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.

Who We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline from a reputable college or university.
• Preferably with at least 1 year of experience in construction, property development, real estate, project turnover, quality inspection, or related engineering functions.
• Knowledge of construction processes, quality standards, property turnover, and unit inspection activities.
• Ability to review technical documents, punch lists, and project-related reports with attention to detail.
• Strong coordination and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with contractors and cross-functional teams.
• Good organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project documentation systems.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced project environment.
• Committed to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.