Project Manager

SEMBCORP UTILITIES SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Singapore is seeking a Project Manager to oversee a 2.6GW CCGT project. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in project management within the Power and Utilities sector. Key responsibilities include managing EPC execution, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders. Join us to make a meaningful impact on Asia’s energy transition.

Qualifications

• Min 15 years experience in project management in CCGT projects and utilities.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to maintain safety standards in high-risk environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the execution of a new 2.6GW CCGT project.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors and stakeholders throughout project phases.
• Ensure project compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership presence

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Understanding of gas power and utilities

Software skills in MS Office

Knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Project

Education

Degree in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

About Sembcorp
Sembcorp is a leading energy and urban solutions provider headquartered in Singapore. Led by its purpose to drive energy transition, Sembcorp delivers sustainable energy solutions and urban developments by leveraging its sector expertise and global track record.

Play a role in Powering Asia’s Energy Transition

Drive Asia’s energy transition with us! Our Gas & Related Services segment is a key growth engine, delivering reliable and efficient energy to industries and communities across multiple countries. We support Asia’s growing energy needs while advancing the shift to a lower-carbon future.

Purpose and Scope

Lead the execution of projects and ensure full completion safely within budget, within schedule and in full compliance with engineering, quality, HSSE and regulatory standards. The scope includes managing the owner’s engineer team, EPC contractors, Vendors and stakeholders through all phases from engineering to commissioning and supporting operations post-handover.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Responsible for Development and EPC execution of new 2.6GW CCGT project. To control and maintain the project execution plan.
• To lead an owner’s engineer team to manage EPC contractors / vendors / suppliers until achieving COD.
• Ensure projects are executed according to project standards (e.g. project management procedures, QA/QC standard, HSSE standards, Engineering Standard, etc as per the PPA and EPC Contract), agreed contractual schedule (e.g. ensuring Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Testing and Commissioning activities are executed based on schedule), contract specification and budget (e.g. minimizing VOs claims)
• To work closely with internal & external parties for any tie-in to existing plant to avoid any unplanned plant shutdown
• To lead review of MSRA for PTW (Permit to Work) system
• Lead weekly, monthly progress meetings, provide updates and report to Project Management Head and Higher Management.
• Coordinate with O&M, Customers and EPC Contractor/Vendor for all Project execution and commissioning activities
• To ensure proper document control and project documents are ready for archival upon project completion
• To ensure all project documents (especially the As Built Documents) and as-built drawings are properly archived in the Digital Technical Library
• To ensure all necessary licenses/permits required by Government Authorities are obtained before plant construction after construction completion
• To continue to support O&M after plant handover and to close out any outstanding issues arising during the project execution phase.
• Participate in review on inter-disciplines design/ engineering/ constructability to consider safety, quality, performance, reliability, flexibility of operation with optimal project and life cycle cost.
• Project costing, scheduling and manage the relevant stakeholders both internally and externally
• Manage the tender process and tender assessment for EPC contractors, surveys and studies
• All value engineering and strategic plan developed shall ensure CAPEX remain competitive, sustainable and meets company business and operational needs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management or equivalent
• Min 15 yrs experience in project management in CCGT project, Power and Utilities projects

Skills / Competencies & Preferred Characteristics

• Strong leadership presence, interpersonal and communication skills to coordinate between O&M, customers, contractors, and internal departments.
• Decisive and solution – oriented individual to resolve project issues promptly
• Attention to detail for documentations and quality management.
• Committed to upholding high safety standards in high-risk environments.
• Good analytical skill in analyzing project management issues and ability to resolve the issues quickly
• Good understanding of gas power, utilities, water process
• Good software knowledge and skills in MS Office, AutoCAD, and MS Project
• Good understanding in International Codes and Standards such as ASME, API, IEEE, rules and regulations would be an advantage

Our Culture at Sembcorp

At Sembcorp, our culture is shaped by a strong set of shared behaviours that guide the way we work and uphold our commitment to driving the energy transition.

We foster an institution-first mindset, where the success of Sembcorp takes precedence over individual interests. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, as we work seamlessly across markets, businesses, and functions to achieve our goals together. Accountability is a core principle, ensuring that we take ownership of our commitments and deliver on them with integrity and excellence. These values define who we are and create a workplace where our people can thrive while making a meaningful impact on driving energy transition.

Join us in making a real impact!