Project Engineer - Up till $5,500 + Bonus

RECRUIT NOW SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geotechnical contractor in Singapore is inviting qualified candidates for the role of Project Engineer. The successful candidate will engage in technical evaluations, proposal preparation, and site management while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should hold a degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering with at least 1 year of experience. Attractive salary and bonuses offered.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in geotechnical or civil engineering.
• Comfortable working outdoors, primarily in construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Analyze tender documents and geotechnical data to design cost-effective solutions.
• Prepare technical and commercial proposals aligned with client requirements.
• Coordinate with internal teams for seamless project execution.
• Engage with clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee daily site activities ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Lead site crews enforcing safety and productivity standards.
• Interpret geotechnical findings to manage risks effectively.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for projects.
• Support cost control initiatives through efficient planning.
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical evaluation

Proposal preparation

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

Professional Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Our Client, the world’s largest geotechnical specialist contractor, is inviting qualified candidates to fill the position of Project Engineer.

• Up to $5,500 + Bonus
• Location: Boon Lay
• Working Days/Hours: 5.5 days (8:30am - 5:30pm), Saturday (8:30am - 12:30pm)
• Required Professional Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• At least 1 year of relevant experience

Responsibilities:

• Technical Evaluation & Solution Development: Analyze tender documents, specifications, and geotechnical data (e.g., CPT results, soil profiles) to design cost-effective, technically sound solutions for project proposals and site execution.
• Proposal Preparation: Develop detailed technical and commercial proposals, including method statements, preliminary designs, construction sequences, and cost estimates, ensuring alignment with client and project requirements.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams (design, procurement, operations) to gather inputs for proposal development and ensure seamless project handover to site execution.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Interface with clients throughout the project lifecycle—from proposal stage to site delivery—on planning, scheduling, technical clarifications, and progress updates.
• Project Execution & Site Management: Plan and oversee daily site activities in accordance with approved designs, specifications, and schedules, ensuring timely and quality delivery.
• Team Leadership & Supervision: Lead site crews and subcontractors, enforcing high standards of safety, quality, and productivity while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Geotechnical Risk Management: Interpret and apply geotechnical findings to identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies during both proposal and construction phases.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, including progress reports, site diaries, QA/QC records, claims, and risk assessments.
• Cost & Resource Optimization: Support cost control initiatives through value-driven engineering, efficient resource planning, scrap minimization, and procurement alignment.
• HSEQ Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) standards across all project phases, contributing to safety and sustainability goals.
• This role requires spending most of the time on construction sites, so candidates must be comfortable working outdoors.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.