Deputy M&E Director (Construction)

woh hup (private) limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Woh Hup (Private) Limited seeks a Deputy M&E Director to oversee the full coordination of M&E services, leading the in-house M&E Production Team and Coordinators to ensure smooth installation and ongoing maintenance of projects.

You will lead end-to-end data centre builds from planning through commissioning, manage MEP interfaces, coordinate with clients and consultants, and drive procurement and governance processes while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a recognized University.
• At least 15 years of proven M&E work experience with A1 main contractor, managing full-cycle large scale and complex buildings projects (e.g. Commercial Offices, Data Centers, Mixed Development, Condominiums and etc).
• Advanced knowledge, experience and skills in M&E systems and services.
• Proven experience in managing and executing tendering and evaluation activities for new projects.
• At least 10 years of proven track record in people-management and development experience and capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving, project management, analytical, communication, interpersonal and stakeholders’ management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of data centre build, from planning and permitting through commissioning and handover, ensuring timeline, budget, and quality targets are met.
• Manage and coordinate MEP scopes with all interfaces, services and trade.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth project execution and alignment with objectives.
• Monitor progress and quality through regular updates and collaboration with site teams or contractors.
• Ensure safety standards and compliance are implemented across all project activities.
• Act as the key liaison between internal stakeholders and external consultants to maintain clear communication and ensure consistent progress toward project milestones.
• Facilitate and lead regular project progress meetings with consultants and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Manage the full procurement process for consultants, including drafting scopes, evaluating bids, and negotiating contracts.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies and governance & compliance frameworks.
• Knowledge in BIM for design coordination.
• Understand and participate in the implementation of Virtual Design Construction (VDC) concept.

Skills

Project management

M&E expertise

Stakeholder management

BIM

VDC

Procurement

Tendering

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

BIM knowledge

Revit

Job description

The Deputy M&E Director is responsible for the full coordination of M&E services; lead our own in-house M&E Production Team and Coordinators in ensuring smooth installation and maintenance of the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of data centre build, from planning and permitting through commissioning and handover, ensuring timeline, budget, and quality targets are met.
• Manage and coordinate MEP scopes with all interfaces, services and trade.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers toensure smooth project execution and alignment with objectives.
• Monitor progress and quality through regular updates and collaboration with site teams or contractors.
• Ensure safety standards and compliance are implemented across all project activities.
• Act as the key liaison between internal stakeholders and external consultants to maintain clear communication and ensure consistent progress toward project milestones.
• Facilitate and lead regular project progress meetings with consultants and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Manage the full procurement process for consultants, including drafting scopes, evaluating bids, and negotiating contracts.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies and governance & compliance frameworks.
• Knowledge in BIM for design coordination.
• Understand and participate in the implementation of Virtual Design Construction (VDC) concept.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a recognized University.
• At least 15 years of proven M&E work experience with A1 main contractor, managing full-cycle large scale and complex buildings projects (e.g. Commercial Offices, Data Centers, Mixed Development, Condominiums and etc).
• Advanced knowledge, experience and skills in M&E systems and services.
• Proven experience in managing and executing tendering and evaluation activities for new projects.
• At least 10 years of proven track record in people-management and development experience and capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving, project management, analytical, communication, interpersonal and stakeholders’ management skills.
• Able to overcome challenges, adapt and work in fast-paced, dynamic and goal-oriented environment are key success factors for this job role.