Associate Director – Mechanical Engineering, Data Centre Leader

Black & White Engineering; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & White Engineering is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Mechanical Engineering to lead complex, high-value projects and drive growth in Singapore and the APAC region.

You will oversee multi-disciplinary teams delivering technically challenging projects in mission-critical environments such as data centres. The role emphasizes client engagement, project delivery, team leadership, and business development within a global consultancy.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng/BSc or equivalent).
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng, PE Singapore, or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum 10–15 years’ experience in mechanical (MEP) design consultancy.
• Proven experience delivering complex MEP projects, ideally in Data Centres / Mission Critical Facilities, Commercial or large-scale infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of relevant design standards, including Singapore codes and regulations (e.g. BCA, SS standards).

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of mechanical engineers, overseeing all day-to-day people management responsibilities.
• Drive team performance, utilisation, and project delivery in line with business targets.
• Contribute to workforce planning, recruitment, and capability development in Singapore.
• Provide senior technical leadership across projects, ensuring high-quality engineering solutions.
• Lead end-to-end project delivery, ensuring client requirements are met on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring strong stakeholder relationships across developers, contractors, and consultants.
• Oversee design reviews, technical compliance, and coordination across disciplines.
• Take ownership of project financial performance, including cost control, profitability, and risk management.
• Lead feasibility studies, prepare and review fee proposals, and support bid submissions.
• Monitor team financials (utilisation, revenue, margins) and take corrective action where required.
• Support the growth of B&W Engineering in Singapore by contributing to client development and market expansion.
• Identify new business opportunities within the data centre and mission-critical sectors.
• Represent the company in industry forums and client engagements
• Act as a key member of the Singapore leadership team.
• Contribute to strategic planning, operational excellence, and regional alignment.

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Job description

Black & White Engineering is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Mechanical Engineering to lead complex, high-value projects and drive growth in Singapore and the APAC region.

You will oversee multi-disciplinary teams delivering technically challenging projects in mission-critical environments such as data centres. The role emphasizes client engagement, project delivery, team leadership, and business development within a global consultancy.