Engineer (Housing Management)

Housing and Development Board; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing and Development Board (HDB) in Singapore seeks an Engineer/Project Manager/ Built Environment Professional to manage building services maintenance, electrical upgrading works, and home improvement projects for HDB flats and estates. You will engage residents and coordinate with Town Councils, consultants, contractors, and external agencies.

You will drive projects from costing to completion, oversee gas system inspections and telecommunications installations, and manage term contracts,

Qualifications

• Background in Civil, Structural, Electrical Engineering or Architecture, preferably with recognition by the Professional Engineers Board of Singapore or in Project Management.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience.
• Experience in electrical engineering works and project management would be an advantage.
• Technical knowledge of gas systems would be an advantage.
• Meticulous, independent, and professional, with a pleasant disposition.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Sound technical and project management knowledge, including budget and contract management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess technical proposals and resolve on-site and operational challenges.

Responsibilities

• Manage home improvement and building services projects including inspection and managing residents’ requests
• Oversee and manage electrical upgrading projects carried out in tandem with the Neighbourhood Renewal Programme (NRP) and take ownership of the full project from project costing approval to completion, including assessment of technical recommendations and proposals from consultants, manage projects budget, process payment claims, and ensure compliance with established procedures and financial regulations
• Oversee the gas riser pipe cyclical inspections and maintenance regime to ensure compliance with Gas Supply Regulations for safety of residents; provide guidance to ground staff on resident engagement strategies to facilitate access for inspections/ replacement works; liaise with relevant authorities and stakeholders to resolve technical issues; and formulate standard operating procedures and initiatives to improve inspection effectiveness and regulatory compliance rates
• Coordinate enquiries and feedback on telecommunication matters, and review policies and procedures on the installation of telecommunication equipment at rooftops of residential blocks
• Provide consultation advice and manage term contracts for programme on improvement works for seniors in HDB flats
• Drive digital transformation including leveraging data analytics and AI-driven tools to streamline operations, for enhanced service delivery

Skills

Civil Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Architecture

Project Management

Budget Management

Contract Management

Stakeholder Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Civil/Structural/Electrical Eng or Architecture

PEB Singapore recognition

Job description

What the role is:

We are looking for a motivated and technically competent Engineer/ Project Manager/ Built Environment Professional to join our team in managing building services maintenance, electrical upgrading projects, and home improvement projects for HDB residential flats and housing estates. You will play a key role in delivering quality outcomes for residents and stakeholders across the full project lifecycle. You will have opportunities to engage residents and work closely with stakeholders such as Town Councils, consultants, contractors, and other external agencies.

What you will be working on:

• Manage home improvement and building services projects including inspection and managing residents’ requests
• Oversee and manage electrical upgrading projects carried out in tandem with the Neighbourhood Renewal Programme (NRP) and take ownership of the full project from project costing approval to completion, including assessment of technical recommendations and proposals from consultants, manage projects budget, process payment claims, and ensure compliance with established procedures and financial regulations
• Oversee the gas riser pipe cyclical inspections and maintenance regime to ensure compliance with Gas Supply Regulations for safety of residents; provide guidance to ground staff on resident engagement strategies to facilitate access for inspections/ replacement works; liaise with relevant authorities and stakeholders to resolve technical issues; and formulate standard operating procedures and initiatives to improve inspection effectiveness and regulatory compliance rates
• Coordinate enquiries and feedback on telecommunication matters, and review policies and procedures on the installation of telecommunication equipment at rooftops of residential blocks
• Provide consultation advice and manage term contracts for programme on improvement works for seniors in HDB flats
• Drive digital transformation including leveraging data analytics and AI-driven tools to streamline operations, for enhanced service delivery

What we are looking for:

• Background in Civil, Structural, Electrical Engineering or Architecture, preferably with recognition by the Professional Engineers Board of Singapore or in Project Management
• Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience
• Experience in electrical engineering works and project management would be an advantage
• Technical knowledge of gas systems would be an advantage
• Meticulous, independent, and professional, with a pleasant disposition
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders
• Sound technical and project management knowledge, including budget and contract management
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess technical proposals and resolve on-site and operational challenges

The selected candidate will be offered a1+1 yearcontract.

About Housing and Development Board

We are Singapore's public housing authority and a statutory board under the Ministry of National Development. We take pride in creating homes and towns that form a quality living environment for the young and old. Throughout the years, our continuous innovation and upgrading programmes have ensured that the heartland remain our cherished home.Join us in making a difference to the heartlands and communities that matter to us. Take on the challenge of shaping the nation’s skyline and landscape. With the wide range of opportunities available in HDB, you play an integral part in redefining the future of public housing and improving the lives of Singaporeans.