Head of Project Management

Singapore Energy Interconnections; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy infrastructure firm in Singapore seeks a Project Management Leader to oversee cross-border energy interconnections. The role requires deep expertise in engineering, strategic timing for project delivery, and effective stakeholder communication. Candidates should possess relevant education, project management experience, and the ability to navigate complex infrastructure challenges. Join us for competitive compensation and a commitment to work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Comprehensive health insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership for technical roles within the energy infrastructure sector.
• Expertise in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Able to travel and be based overseas for a week.

Responsibilities

• Steer the planning and delivery of energy interconnections.
• Engage government stakeholders for approvals on land use and permits.
• Drive delivery of high-impact projects with international partners.

Skills

Leadership in project management

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication skills

Education

Education in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Project management software

Technical design tools

Job description

Role Summary

SGEI is seeking for an accomplished leader in project management and engineering to steer the planning and delivery of Singapore’s regional energy interconnections, coordinating with partners and authorities to ensure timely completion and integration of cross-border power infrastructure into the national grid

What You'll Do

• Work with SP PowerInterconnect (SPPI) to ensure the successful design, construction, and operation of cutting-edge interconnector infrastructure—from overseas countries’ launch points to cross-border sea corridors to coastal landing sites to deep integration into the national grid.
• Navigate Singapore and ASEAN countries with purpose: Engage Singapore and foreign government stakeholders to pioneer land use and marine space strategies that meet regulatory, environmental, and security-by-design requirements. Your work will influence approvals on vital elements such as land and foreshore leases, EIAs, and marine permits.
• Deliver complex infrastructure on time: Drive the end-to-end delivery of high-impact projects, collaborating with international partners, agencies, and vendors to align timelines, budgets, and resources —ensuring Singapore’s power future arrives without delay.
• Be the glue across disciplines: Ensure seamless coordination between engineering, legal, environmental, and regulatory stakeholders, resolving issues swiftly and keeping communication lines open across public and private sectors.
• Own solutions, not just problems: Step in when the unexpected happens—anticipate, troubleshoot, and resolve challenges during development and operational stages, always with a long-term systems view.

What You’ll Need

• Education in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in leadership for technical, land planning and project management roles within the energy infrastructure sector.
• Expertise in overseeing or contributing meaningfully to large-scale infrastructure or energy projects.
• Proficiency in software tools for project management, technical design or land planning
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with technical partners and stakeholders.
• Able to travel and be based overseas for up to a week at a time.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial organisation and help shape Singapore’s Energy Future
• Rewarding Compensation: Enjoy a competitive, industry-benchmarked salary, plus an annual bonus and opportunities for shared financial success.
• Work/Life Balance: We support flexible arrangements, including the possibility of hybrid working, depending on your role.
• Health & Wellbeing: Benefit from comprehensive health insurance coverage and allowances where applicable, ensuring your wellbeing is a priority.