Associate Director - Mechanical Engineering

Beca Carter Hollings & Ferner (S.E. Asia) Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Leave for wellbeing

Shareholder opportunities

Support for professional accreditation

Job summary

Beca Carter Hollings & Ferner (S.E. Asia) Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks an experienced Associate Director – Mechanical to lead MEP project delivery, drive technical leadership, and strengthen client relationships within a Building Services team of 400+ engineers across APAC.

You will oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage technical and commercial performance, and contribute to growth with a focus on healthcare, commercial, hospitality, industrial, and education sectors.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (recognised by PE Board Singapore) or equivalent.
• Professional Engineer (PE) accreditation in Singapore is advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in an engineering consultancy with increasing design and delivery responsibilities.
• Strong track record in HVAC and building services (MEP) coordination across healthcare, commercial, hospitality, industrial and education sectors.

Responsibilities

• Drive MEP project delivery excellence (Mechanical Lead) across multiple complex projects, ensuring high-quality, coordinated and compliant design outcomes.
• Lead and influence multidisciplinary project teams, providing technical leadership, design assurance, and governance across deliverables.
• Translate engineering principles into practical, efficient and commercially viable solutions, balancing technical performance with cost and programme considerations.
• Act as a trusted client adviser, developing and maintaining strong relationships through an understanding of business drivers and project objectives.
• Represent the business externally, engaging confidently with clients, consultants, contractors and stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.
• Take accountability for project risk and performance, applying sound technical, commercial and financial judgement to achieve delivery targets.
• Understand and manage the impact of engineering decisions on cost, programme and project profitability.
• Demonstrate strong consulting, communication and networking capability, contributing to team culture and business growth.

Skills

HVAC expertise

MEP coordination

Client relationship management

Project leadership

Mechanical engineering

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) accreditation

Job description

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Associate Director – Mechanical to join our Building Services team in Singapore and become part of a network of over 400 Building Services Engineers across the Asia Pacific. Work with diverse clients on various projects, enhancing your technical skills. Be part of a motivated team in a supportive culture that values your contributions. We offer numerous technical and leadership challenges to help you grow professionally. As an Associate Director, you will play a key leadership role in driving project delivery, strengthening client relationships, provide technical leadership and growing our Building Services capability. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee technical and commercial performance, and contribute to the continued success and growth of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced consultant ready to step into a broader role that combines technical excellence, project leadership and client engagement.

About You

You are an experienced engineer from a consulting environment with a proven track record in delivering complex projects and managing client relationships. You bring strong technical capability together with commercial awareness and leadership skills. You are confident leading teams, engaging clients, and driving successful project outcomes. You are motivated by delivering high-quality solutions, developing people, and contributing to the growth of the business.

Responsibilities

• Drive MEP project delivery excellence (Mechanical Lead) across multiple complex projects, ensuring high-quality, coordinated and compliant design outcomes


• Lead and influence multidisciplinary project teams, providing technical leadership, design assurance, and governance across deliverables


• Translate engineering principles into practical, efficient and commercially viable solutions, balancing technical performance with cost and programme considerations


• Act as a trusted client adviser, developing and maintaining strong relationships through a clear understanding of business drivers and project objectives


• Represent the business externally, engaging confidently with clients, consultants, contractors and stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes


• Take accountability for project risk and performance, applying sound technical, commercial and financial judgement to achieve delivery targets


• Understand and manage the impact of engineering decisions on cost, programme and project profitability


• Demonstrate strong consulting, communication and networking capability, contributing positively to team culture and broader business growth

Key Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (recognised by Professional Engineers Board, Singapore, will be an advantage)


• Professional Engineer (PE) accreditation in Singapore is advantageous


• Minimum 10 years’ experience within an engineering consultancy environment, with increasing responsibility in design and project delivery


• Strong track record in HVAC and building services (MEP) coordination, across sectors such as healthcare, commercial, hospitality, industrial and education


• Demonstrated technical depth and practical application of mechanical engineering principles in complex project environments


• A client-focused and delivery-driven mindset, with the ability to influence outcomes and build trusted relationships


• Ability to operate with autonomy and initiative, while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams


• Strong organisational, coordination and delegation skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders

What we offer

• Flexibility & Wellbeing:We recognise that achieving a work-life balance is unique to everyone. Enjoy flexible working options to manage your personal and family priorities, along with dedicated leave for wellbeing and community engagement.


• Belonging & Ownership:Join a diverse and inclusive team where collaboration and creativity thrive. Bring your whole self to work and take advantage of unique shareholder opportunities to share in our collective success.


• Career Growth & Development:Your growth is our priority! Benefit from continuous learning and professional development and support for professional accreditation for team members, including pathways to Professional Engineer with PE Board, Singpore. Work alongside industry leaders and gain hands-on experience to unlock your career potential.

The Beca Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applications are kept strictly confidential.

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