Power Distribution Design Engineer / Electrical Engineer (West, 5.5 days Alt)

LEIGHTON CONTRACTORS (ASIA) LIMITED (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to oversee project quality, manage subcontractor performance, and ensure safety compliance. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in the construction sector, capable of coordinating teams and ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience as an Electrical Engineer.
• Exposure across diverse sections of construction.
• Understanding of safety and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure works are carried out per project quality plan.
• Monitor and control works for compliance with standards.
• Coordinate meetings and daily briefings at the site.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Safety Compliance

Subcontractor Coordination

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Scope

• Ensure that the works are carried out in accordance with the project quality plan, contract requirements including the drawings and specifications
• Monitor and control works including those of subcontractors to ensure compliance with the specified requirements
• Ensure material submission and approval, ordering and delivery are according to agreed schedules
• Liaise and coordinate with consultants, clients, subcontractors, authorities and to establish rolling programme
• Coordinate meetings and daily briefings at site
• Check all installation drawings and prepare relevant schedule
• Perform testing and commissioning at work site
• Prepare shop drawings for construction
• Co-ordinate with the rest of the team right down to the foreman/subcontractor to ensure everyone is clear on the planning, scope, resource requirements and safety compliance for the works
• Coordinate with team members (Engineers/Assistant Engineers/Foreman) and subcontractors to ensure that scope of work/method statements are executed to the standards and project specification (Technical, HSE, Quality and Environmental).
• Ensure that the works are carried out on time in accordance with the programme and on budget.
• Guide and support subordinates in carrying out the tasks as planned; Seek support from and report to superior if required
• Assess subcontractor performance against plan and resolve issues collaboratively; Escalate major deviations/delays from plan to superior in a timely manner
• Conduct regular meetings to review and monitor the quality of the work, behavior (workers & supervisor), and adherence to the schedule of the program
• Understand the HSE requirements based on LAIO internal framework, local regulations and contractual obligation; Communicate the same to subordinates and subcontractors
• Perform safety inspections in line with the approved JHA document; Educate and provide any support (e.g. Training) required to subordinates and subcontractors to ensure adherence to HSE requirements
• Report non-compliance issues to the superior; Take corrective action as directed
• Participate in safety walks with the team, as scheduled
• Set objective goals, evaluate performance of subordinates and provide them regular feedback
• Identify performance gaps in subordinates and provide necessary support to close such gaps
• Recognize and encourage high performing subordinates
• Train and mentor subordinates on technical as well as behavioral aspects of their respective roles
• Provide opportunities to the team to develop their capabilities
• Resolve issues faced by subordinates and build team spirit.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5 years experience of an Electrical Engineer
• Exposure across diverse sections of construction
• Understanding of company and governmental regulations on safety and environment