Project Engineer

MULTIMEDIA ENGINEERING PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore is seeking a Project Engineer to lead day-to-day project activities involving steel structure works. Key responsibilities include liaising with clients and consultants, promoting safety compliance, and overseeing material requisition. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, excellent organizational and project management skills, and effective communication abilities. This role offers opportunities to enhance project execution and efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction or similar required.
• Relevant experience in steel structure works preferred.
• Strong organizational and project management skills essential.
• Effective communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients, consultants, and authorities for compliance.
• Promote safety awareness and implement safety measures.
• Review and manage technical drawings and engineering plans.
• Engage with suppliers for cost estimates and evaluations.
• Oversee material requisition and coordination.
• Diagnose technical issues during the project.
• Develop work schedules and track project progress.
• Provide training and clarifications to site workforce.
• Manage daily site activities and monitor labor force.
• Ensure subcontractor quality and workmanship adherence.
• Resolve technical issues and achieve project targets.
• Compile progress reports and provide updates.
• Advise on engineering improvements for efficiency.

Skills

Organizational and co-ordinational skills

Project management and scheduling skills

Analyzing and problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or similar

Job description

Introduction

We are looking for a Project Engineer with experience in steel structure works, who will manage day-to-day project activities, liaise with all relevant parties, and ensure the project is executed and delivered according to plan.

Job Responsibilities of Project Engineer

• Liaise with clients, consultants, authorities, and internal teams to ensure full compliance with local construction regulations and by-laws.
• Promote and enforce safety awareness, ensuring proper implementation of workplace safety measures and hazard controls.
• Review, interpret, and manage all technical drawings, engineering plans, and specifications to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Engage and negotiate with suppliers and vendors, including preparation of cost estimates and evaluation of quotations.
• Oversee the selection, requisition, and coordination of materials, tools, and equipment while ensuring timely availability according to project needs.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot technical or machinery-related issues as they arise during the course of the project.
• Develop detailed work schedules, track project progress, and prepare recovery or catch-up plans where required.
• Conduct product-specific training or provide technical clarifications to the site workforce whenever necessary.
• Manage day-to-day site activities, including task delegation, supervision, and monitoring of the site labour force.
• Ensure subcontractors adhere to quality procedures and workmanship standards, including verification of work quality and quantities.
• Identify, discuss, and resolve unexpected technical issues, discrepancies, or challenges to achieve project targets for schedule and quality.
• Gather site data, compile progress reports, and prepare presentations on site conditions and required adjustments.
• Provide regular progress updates to the Project Manager, clients, and their representatives.
• Offer technical advice and propose engineering improvements to enhance project efficiency and constructability.

Site Engineer Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction or similar
• Relevant experience is a bonus
• Organizational and co-ordinational skills
• Project management and scheduling skills
• Analyzing and problem-solving skills
• Communication skills
• A driver's license (Class 3)