Manager / Coastal Protection (Contract)

National Parks Board; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

National Parks Board (NParks) is seeking a dedicated professional to plan and deliver coastal protection projects that strengthen Singapore's resilience. You will integrate conventional engineering with Nature-based Solutions, coordinating geotechnical and infrastructure works with adjacent parkland.

The role requires civil or environmental engineering background, experience in coastal and related disciplines, and strong collaboration skills to engage with government agencies and contractors.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering recognised by the Professional Engineers Board of Singapore.
• Experience in coastal, land reclamation, infrastructure, geotechnical, nature-based solutions, traffic or hydraulic engineering.
• Familiarity with engineering design and analysis software is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills, good written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage coastal engineering projects, including geotechnical and infrastructure works.
• Develop integrated coastal protection solutions using conventional engineering and Nature-based Solutions.
• Coordinate and integrate works with adjacent parkland.
• Conduct feasibility assessments and environmental studies.
• Evaluate options and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Prepare cost estimates, schedules, and project documentation.
• Coordinate tender processes and review tender requirements.
• Review designs and submissions by consultants and contractors.
• Manage consultancy and construction works to meet budget, schedule and quality.
• Engage with government agencies, stakeholders, consultants and contractors throughout planning and implementation.

Skills

Coastal engineering

Geotechnical engineering

Infrastructure projects

Nature-based solutions

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Engineering design software

Job description

What the role is:

We are looking for a dedicated and motivated individual to join our team in planning and delivering coastal protection projects. You will contribute to strengthening Singapore's coastal resilience through the integration of conventional engineering approaches and Nature-based Solutions. The role involves managing multidisciplinary coastal engineering projects, including associated geotechnical and infrastructure works, while ensuring that the works are effectively integrated with adjacent parkland.

What you will be working on:

• Plan and manage coastal engineering projects, including associated geotechnical and infrastructure works.
• Develop integrated coastal protection solutions that incorporate conventional engineering approaches and Nature-based Solutions.
• Ensure that coastal protection works are effectively coordinated and integrated with adjacent parkland.
• Conduct and review engineering feasibility assessments and environmental studies.
• Evaluate technical options and develop practical and cost-effective solutions to civil and coastal engineering challenges.
• Prepare project cost estimates, implementation schedules, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate and supervise tender processes, including the preparation and review of tender requirements.
• Review engineering designs and technical submissions prepared by consultants and contractors.
• Manage consultancy and construction works to ensure that projects are delivered within the approved budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Engage and coordinate with government agencies, stakeholders, consultants and contractors throughout the planning and implementation of projects.

What we are looking for:

• Areas of study in Civil or Environmental Engineering recognised by the Professional Engineers Board of Singapore.
• Experience in coastal, land reclamation, infrastructure, geotechnical, nature-based solutions, traffic or hydraulic engineering projects.
• Familiarity with relevant engineering design and analysis software would be an advantage.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder-management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A growth mindset and commitment to continuous learning.

The successful candidate will be offered contract employment. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About National Parks Board

At the National Parks Board (NParks), we take pride in conserving our natural heritage and enhancing green spaces for all to enjoy in our City in Nature. We have a multi-talented and highly passionate team that is driven by the goal to create a unique world-class living environment through excellence in biodiversity conservation, greenery and recreation, and veterinary care in partnership with the community. If you share our love for nature and animals, and our zest for innovation and continuous learning, we have the perfect working environment for you.