Executive/Senior Engineer/Architect (Building Plan and Policies Department)

Building and Construction Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) seeks solutions-driven, energetic individuals to administer and shape building regulations and policies in Singapore. You will review building plans, ensure safety and accessibility, and contribute to a future-ready regulatory framework.

Successful candidates will join a contract-employment basis, with opportunities to influence policy decisions through data-driven analysis and collaboration with partner agencies in a pro-business environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Building-related discipline.
• 3–4 years of experience in building design or construction supervision.
• Experience with a technical area under the Approved Document is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal English; strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and approving building plan submissions for safety and accessibility.
• Developing strategies and processes to ensure a robust building control framework.
• Studying data and trends to support evidence-based policy decisions.
• Managing complex feedback cases and enforcing compliance under the Building Control Act.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written English

Communication skills

Education

Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Building-related discipline

Job description

What the role is:

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) champions the development of a future ready built environment for Singapore. Besides regulating building safety, we lead and transform the built environment sector in delivering a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment.

We are looking for solutions-driven, energetic and self-motivated individuals who are inspired to play an active role to make a difference to Singapore’s built environment.

What you will be working on:

You will play a key role in administering and shaping building regulations and policies. Your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and approving building plan submissions, using your technical knowledge to evaluate designs for safety, environmental sustainability, and barrier-free accessibility.
• Developing strategies, policies, and processes to ensure Singapore's building control framework remains robust and future-ready.
• Studying data and industry trends to support evidence-based policy decisions that shape how Singapore builds.
• Managing complex feedback cases and conducting investigations into potential violations of the Building Control Act and Regulations, taking appropriate enforcement action where needed.
• Working closely with partner agencies to create a pro-business environment that supports a thriving construction industry while ensuring construction productivity.

What we are looking for:

• A degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering/Architecture or Building-related discipline.
• At least 3-4 years of experience in building design or construction supervision is preferred.
• Expertise in a technical area under the Approved Document will be an advantage.
• Good command of spoken and written English.
• Good analytical, writing and communication skills.

Successful candidates will be offered contract employment.

About Building and Construction Authority

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) is an agency under the Ministry of National Development, whose mission is to shape a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment. As the lead public agency, we champion transforming Singapore into a future-ready built environment. Our people set us apart as we champion the development of a future-ready built environment for Singapore. Our people’s commitment to regulating building safety, leading and transforming the built environment and the industry, helps us to build a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment. Join us in our journey to transform the way we shape Singapore’s landscape.

Impactful: Champion an inclusive and sustainable built environment for people of all ages, abilities and needs. Transformational: Lead the transformation of the built environment sector to deliver a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment. Forward-Looking: Shape the landscape to prepare for the future of Singapore, rally the built environment sector to achieve far-reaching goals that reach beyond today and improve the living environment for Singaporeans from all walks of life.