Senior Project Engineer

Leighton Contractors (Asia) Limited (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking a qualified Civil Engineer to oversee operational planning and onsite execution. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with specifications and HSE requirements while optimizing resources. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills to manage project milestones and quality standards effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of working experience in a construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Understand drawings and job specifications; draft method statements.
• Monitor progress against program milestones for on-time completion.
• Understand HSE requirements and communicate to subordinates.

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Scope:

Operational Planning

• Understand the drawings and job specifications; Draft method statements on the assigned tasks and seek approval from supervisor

• Plan and order for equipment and material required on the tasks

• Seek client approvals (as and when required) on time to minimize delays and prepare bar bending schedules and order on time

• Prepare the ITP (Inspection and Test Plan) documents, job hazard analysis (JHA) and risk assessment report for the assigned tasks in consultation with supervisor

Onsite Works Execution

• Monitor progress against the program milestones for on-time completion

• Monitor production rate and provide feedback to supervisor on resource allocation

• Check workmanship and quality against specifications in drawings and ITP requirements; Perform other quality test as required

• Provide inputs to supervisor to minimize wastage and optimize material / labor costs

• Allocate costs under the correct code

Adherence to HSE requirements

• Understand the HSE requirements based on LAIO internal framework, local regulations and contractual obligations

• Communicate the same to subordinates and subcontractors; and monitor compilance on an on-going basis

• Report non-compilance issues to the supervisor; Take corrective action as directed

• Prepare weekly OFI (opportunities for Improvement) reports and share with the Safety Officer

• Participate in safety walks with the team, as scheduled

Job requirements:

• Degree in Civil Engineering

• Minimum 5 years of working experience in a construction industry