M&E Engineer

KAJIMA OVERSEAS ASIA (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

KAJIMA OVERSEAS ASIA (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD. seeks an M&E engineer to act as a liaison among trades, coordinating stakeholders to align with project objectives. You will manage planning, development, and on-site M&E works from conceptual design through to handover.

The role requires strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills with capability to design mechanical and electrical systems and develop feasible solutions across project stages.

Qualifications

• Recognized degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical or equivalent.
• Experience coordinating M&E works and stakeholders on construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Review client/subcontractor's technical specs and drawings.
• Manage M&E works on site ensuring compliance with specs, budgets and timelines.
• Prepare progress reports on delays, defects and rectification measures.
• Resolve M&E coordination/technical issues on site.
• Develop detailed designs considering project requirements, codes and standards.
• Perform simulation modelling and analyses.
• Develop submissions to authorities for project stages.
• Oversee testing and commissioning for handovers.
• Liaise with contractors to resolve defects and variations.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Role

• The M&E engineer should serve as the primary liaison among trades, ensuring all stakeholders align with the project's shared objectives. This alignment is achieved through effective coordination and communication throughout the project.


• The M&E Engineer manages the planning and development of projects.


• He/She develops mechanical and/or electrical engineering designs based on project requirements, from conceptual to schematic and detailed designs.


• He/She is responsible for designing mechanical and electrical systems.


• He/She conducts project assessments and is able to provide feasible and creative solutions based on the assessment results.


• He/She participates in the tendering process and assists with the projects’ costs and budgets.


• He/She is meticulous, highly detail-oriented and has a keen interest in incorporating new technologies into engineering design projects.


• He/She possesses excellent knowledge in mechanical and/or electrical engineering fields, is analytical and has good problem-solving skills.


• He/She also possesses strong interpersonal and project coordination skills crucial for engagement with internal and external stakeholders.


• He/She is required to work both in the office and at project sites.

Job Description

• Review the client/subcontractor's technical specifications and drawings.


• Manage M&E works on site, ensuring compliance with project specifications, budgets and timelines.


• Prepare reports on progress, delays, defects and rectification measures.


• Resolve M&E coordination / technical issues on site.


• Conduct feasibility studies and propose solutions to relevant stakeholders based on the studies.


• Develop detailed designs taking into consideration project requirements, technical aspects, relevant codes and standards, as well as good practices.


• Perform simulation modelling and analyses.


• Manage design changes and services coordination.


• Develop submissions to authorities or agencies for all project stages.


• Develop shop drawings, installation methods, as well as equipment and materials schedules for relevant stakeholders’ approval.


• Oversee testing and commissioning for successful project handovers.


• Liaise with contractors to resolve defect issues.


• Develop handover documents.


• Liaise with authorities and agencies for close-out inspections.


• Track work progress.


• Liaise with relevant stakeholders to resolve variations and liquidated damages.

Job Requirements

• Recognized degree in Mechanical Engineering/Electrical or equivalent.


• Knowledge of mechanical services and familiarity with the local code of practice.


• Able to read and interpret plumbing, sanitary, ACMV layouts and schematics.


• Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience in the Construction Industry.


• Knowledge of plumbing and sanitary system installation is preferred.

Desired Attributes

• Analytical - Enjoy analyzing things from all angles and thinking of ways to make things work better.


• Inquisitive – Always staying on top of developments in the industry and keeping abreast of new research and ideas.


• Safety Conscious – Recognize hazards, safety risks and unsafe practices at the workplace, placing safety as the top priority for self and others.


• Structured and Systematic – Like to work with numbers& records in an orderly manner, and in compliance with procedures, regulatory and safety requirements.


• Team Player – Understand that each person is part of a larger team working together to bring about the success of any project.