MANAGER, PROJECT (MEP)

L&K ENGINEERING (SUZHOU) CO., LTD. SINGAPORE BRANCH; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

L&K Engineering Singapore is seeking a senior MEP Project Manager to lead planning, execution and commissioning of wafer fabrication cleanroom projects in Woodlands. You will oversee HVAC, process utilities, fire protection, and coordination across multi-disciplinary teams.

The role requires 15+ years in MEP construction, experience in semiconductor or cleanroom environments, strong BIM coordination, Mandarin proficiency, and flexibility for extended hours or shifts to meet project delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of MEP construction experience, preferably in semiconductor or cleanroom projects.
• Proven track record managing large-scale industrial projects with full lifecycle responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, process utilities, fire protection and cleanroom systems.
• Fluency in Mandarin required to liaise with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders and partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multi-disciplinary MEP teams covering HVAC, exhaust, PCW, chilled water, CDA, vacuum, gas, and other utilities.
• Accountable for project cost, schedule, quality, safety and contractual compliance.
• Act as primary contact with client, consultants and key stakeholders on all MEP matters.
• Lead project planning including budget control, manpower, procurement strategy and construction sequencing.
• Oversee design coordination, DR/IFC/shop drawings approvals and BIM clash-free coordination.
• Monitor progress against baseline schedule and implement recovery plans.
• Lead subcontractor management including tender evaluation and variation negotiations.
• Prepare management reports and support project close-out including O&M documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

BIM coordination

Mandarin proficiency

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental Engineering or related discipline

Tools

BIM

Engineering software

Job description

Job Description:

• Location: Woodlands
• Role requires flexibility to support project schedules, including extended hours and shift work where operationally required.
• Overall responsible for the planning, execution, coordination and completion of MEP works for semiconductor wafer fabrication and high-spec cleanroom construction projects.
• Lead and manage multi-disciplinary MEP teams covering HVAC, exhaust, process cooling water (PCW), chilled water, CDA, vacuum, gas, fire protection and other utility systems.
• Accountable for project cost, schedule, quality, safety performance and contractual compliance.
• Act as primary point of contact with client, consultants and key stakeholders on all MEP matters.
• Lead project planning including budget control, manpower planning, procurement strategy, and construction sequencing.
• Oversee design coordination and ensure timely issuance of Design Review (DR), IFC drawings and shop drawing approvals.
• Drive BIM coordination and ensure clash-free integrated services prior to construction.
• Monitor project progress against baseline schedule and implement recovery plans where required.
• Lead subcontractor management including tender evaluation, award recommendation, performance monitoring and variation negotiation.
• Review and manage contractual matters including VO, claims, EOT submissions and commercial risk assessment.
• Ensure compliance with cleanroom ISO requirements, regulatory standards, local authority requirements and client specifications.
• Oversee installation, testing & commissioning (T&C), system integration and final client handover.
• Lead and participate in coordination meetings, technical workshops and progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactively identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations, quality control standards and company governance.
• Prepare management reports and present project status to senior management and client representatives.
• Lead project close-out including authority approvals, as-built documentation and O&M submission.
• Any ad-hoc duties as assigned

Requirement:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in MEP construction, with substantial experience in semiconductor or cleanroom projects.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale industrial or wafer fabrication construction projects with full project lifecycle responsibility.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, process utilities, fire protection and cleanroom systems.
• Familiar with Singapore regulatory requirements, authority coordination and compliance standards.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management and decision‑making capability.
• Proficiency in BIM coordination and engineering software tools.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is required to liaise with Mandarin‑speaking stakeholders, suppliers and project counterparts.
• Willingness to work extended hours or shift arrangements where reasonably required to meet project delivery timelines.