Project Manager (electrical)

POWEN ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

POWEN ENGINEERING PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking an experienced Project Manager (Electrical) to lead electrical construction projects from planning through commissioning and handover.

You will manage schedules, budgets, manpower, and subcontractors while ensuring safety, quality, and contractual compliance. The ideal candidate has strong technical electrical expertise, proven leadership, and the ability to coordinate with clients, consultants, and main contractors to deliver projects on time

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant construction experience, with electrical focus.
• At least 3 years in project management or leadership roles.
• Experience delivering electrical projects in Singapore and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of electrical installations, safety, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical construction projects from start to handover, with schedules and execution strategies.
• Manage budgets, resources, subcontractors, and site operations to meet planed outcomes.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, main contractors, and authorities on progress and compliance.
• Oversee drawings, method statements, testing, commissioning, and defect resolution.
• Ensure adherence to WSH regulations, quality standards, and safety culture on site.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager (Electrical) to lead and oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of electrical construction projects in Singapore.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing project schedules, budgets, manpower, subcontractors, and site operations while ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, safety regulations, and quality standards.

This role requires strong technical expertise in electrical construction, excellent leadership capabilities, and the ability to coordinate effectively with clients, consultants, main contractors, and other project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and manage electrical construction projects from commencement through testing, commissioning, and final handover.
   Develop and implement project schedules, work programmes, resource plans, and execution strategies.
   Monitor project progress to ensure timely completion within the approved budget and contractual requirements.
   Identify potential project risks, resolve technical and operational issues, and implement corrective actions to minimise delays.
   Coordinate project resources, including manpower, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
2. Oversee daily electrical construction activities and ensure works are executed according to approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
   Supervise and provide technical guidance to project engineers, site supervisors, subcontractors, and workers.
   Review electrical drawings, shop drawings, method statements, material submissions, and technical documentation.
   Coordinate electrical installation works, including LV/MV electrical distribution systems, switchgear, cable containment, cabling, lighting, and associated electrical services.
   Coordinate with other construction disciplines to resolve site clashes, technical issues, and installation constraints.
   Oversee inspection, testing, commissioning, defect rectification, and project handover activities.
3. Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, main contractors, subcontractors, and relevant authorities.
   Attend project coordination meetings, technical discussions, and progress reviews.
   Manage contractual obligations, variations, additional works, and project-related correspondence.
   Coordinate with the Quantity Surveyor on progress claims, variation orders, cost monitoring, and project financial performance.
   Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with all stakeholders.
4. Prepare and monitor project budgets, cost forecasts, procurement schedules, and resource allocations.
   Control project expenditure and optimise manpower and material utilisation to achieve cost efficiency.
   Monitor subcontractor performance, material deliveries, and procurement activities to avoid project delays.
   Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining project quality and safety standards.
   Ensure accurate and timely submission of project reports and relevant documentation.
5. Ensure electrical construction activities comply with applicable Singapore Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) requirements, electrical standards, and project specifications.
   Work closely with the WSH team to implement risk assessments, safe work procedures, and appropriate site safety measures.
   Coordinate with the relevant Licensed Electrical Workers (LEWs) for regulated electrical works, inspections, testing, and certification.
   Ensure proper quality control procedures, inspections, and documentation are implemented throughout the project.
   Promote a strong safety culture and maintain high workmanship standards across project teams.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in the construction industry, preferably in electrical installation or M&E construction projects.
• At least 3 years of experience in project management or a comparable project leadership role.
• Proven experience managing electrical construction projects in Singapore, preferably involving commercial buildings, industrial buildings, institutional developments, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical installations, power distribution systems, construction methodology, testing, and commissioning.
• Good understanding of Singapore construction practices, WSH requirements, electrical regulations, and relevant technical standards.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, manpower, and site resources.
• Experience coordinating with main contractors, consultants, clients, and relevant authorities.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-sol