Assistant Project Manager (M&E Installation)

CBM Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore is seeking a Project Manager for M&E installation at Changi Airport. The role involves planning, coordinating, and executing complex projects while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Strong interpersonal and project management skills are essential, with a minimum of 5 years' experience preferred. Candidates must be able to work independently and be willing to adjust to irregular hours. This position offers a dynamic work environment in a high-security setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in M&E installation.
• Strong ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Willing to work irregular hours or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and execution of M&E works at Changi Airport.
• Support project delivery on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with stakeholders on technical and operational matters.
• Monitor daily site progress and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Implement quality control measures and manage project documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal skills

Reporting skills

Coordination skills

Planning skills

Stakeholder management

Familiar with BMS

Tools

Project scheduling tools

Job description

Job Description

• To assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) works.
• To support the delivery of projects on time, within budget, and in accordance with safety and quality standards—particularly in live, high-security environments at site, Changi Airport.
• Support end-to-end project execution for HVAC system installations, upgrades, and maintenance works.
• Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients on technical and operational matters.
• Monitor daily site progress and ensure work is carried out according to approved drawings and specifications.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and testing of Chiller Plants systems.
• Ensure proper integration with energy management systems.
• Provide support for troubleshooting and issue resolution during execution phases.
• Ensure work complies with statutory requirements (e.g., BCA, NEA, PUB) and site-specific regulations (e.g., CAG House Rules).
• Implement quality control measures, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Participate in site inspections, audits, and technical handovers.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates, evaluating subcontractor quotations, and material take-offs.
• Track project expenses and variation orders with oversight from the Project Manager.
• Maintain project documentation including work schedules, material submissions, inspection checklists, and as-built drawings.
• Provide support during shutdowns, inspections, or testing & commissioning activities.
• Submit daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance reports, site issues to supervisors.
• Ability to work on-site at Changi Airport and able to travel from site to site (if required).
• Follow site-specific safety protocols and permit-to-work systems.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, breakdowns, and equipment service logs.
• May require occasional overtime, weekend, or night shift support during shutdowns or emergencies.
• Perform any duties as and when required by Management.

Job Requirements

• At least 5 years of PM experience in M&E installation.
• Strong interpersonal, observation, and reporting skills.
• Able to work independently and in a fast-paced.
• Willing to work irregular hours or weekends during critical project phases.
• Strong coordination, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiar with BMS, project scheduling tools.
• Good understanding of safety protocols and permit-to-work systems.