Deputy General Manager (Electrical Engineering – Construction)

Reeracoen Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction company is seeking a Deputy General Manager (Electrical Engineering – Construction) to oversee operations in Singapore. The role demands strong leadership, expertise in contract negotiations, and the ability to manage complex electrical projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, extensive experience in the field, and leadership experience in a large organization. The position offers competitive benefits including an annual leave, variable bonuses, and comprehensive medical coverage.

Benefits

AWS

Variable Bonus based on performance

14 days Annual Leave

Medical Leave

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

Petrol allowance

Long Service Allowance: SGD 3,000 after 3 years, SGD 5,000 after 5 years

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in electrical construction projects, including large-scale or complex developments.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating directly with senior management of main contractors.
• Senior leadership experience at Director level or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in overseeing business operations.
• Lead negotiations on contract terms and variations.
• Manage large-scale electrical projects with budgets exceeding SGD 10M.

Skills

Contract negotiations

Stakeholder management

Operational governance

Project management

Communication in English

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Deputy General Manager (Electrical Engineering – Construction)

Reference No.: 36096

Our client, a prominent construction company, a well-established M&E subcontractor, is seeking a Deputy General Manager to support the General Manager in overseeing overall business operations in Singapore.

This role is a senior management position with a strong focus on contractual negotiations, stakeholder management, and operational governance, rather than pure site execution.

The successful candidate will play a key role in stabilizing current operations and contributing to the company’s mid- to long-term growth in Singapore.

Responsibilities

1. Management & Leadership
   • Act as the right-hand support to the General Manager, providing management support aligned with local business practices.
   • Oversee company-wide operations across electrical, mechanical, EHS, and administrative functions.
   • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and construction quality.
2. Contract & Negotiation
   • Lead negotiations with main contractors’ senior management on:
   • Contract conditions and variations
   • Additional works arising from design changes
3. Cost claims and budget adjustments
   • Extension of time (EOT) and avoidance of liquidated damages
   • Handle claims related to quality, safety, and responsibility allocation.
4. Project & Risk Management
   • Support Project Managers in managing large-scale electrical projects (SGD 10M+).
   • Provide guidance during critical incidents, accidents, or major delays, and lead recovery discussions with stakeholders.
   • Propose Value Engineering (VE) solutions to balance cost efficiency and profitability.
5. Business Development (Future Scope)
   • Build relationships with local main contractors.
   • Support business development activities and contribute to new project acquisition.

What you will receive

• AWS
• Variable Bonus (Based on individual and company performance)
• Annual Leave: 14 days
• Medical Leave
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance coverage
• Petrol allowance (applicable if you own a car)
• Long Service Allowance: SGD 3,000 after 3 years, SGD 5,000 after 5 years

Requirements & Preferences

Must

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Extensive experience in electrical construction projects, including large-scale or complex developments.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating directly with senior management of main contractors.
• Senior leadership experience at Director level or equivalent, with oversight of multiple departments within a construction or M&E organization of 100 or more employees.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English for business purposes, to liaise with contractors, partners, and internal stakeholders where these languages are used.

Advantageous

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Licensed Electrical Worker (LEW) accreditation.
• Experience working within the Singapore and ASEAN construction markets.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Registration No.: R1442628 (Stanley Neo Khay Liang)

Recruitment Licence: 12C5051