Project Manager (Electrical Contractor)

peoplesearch pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleSearch seeks an experienced Project Manager (Electrical) in Singapore to lead electrical and building services projects from planning through handover, focusing on data centres and residential/office fit-outs. You will report to the Project Director and manage multidisciplinary teams, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and safety standards.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s or Diploma in Electrical Engineering with extensive relevant experience, including testing, commissioning, and

Qualifications

• Must have electrical engineering background with senior project delivery experience.
• Experience leading M&E or electrical projects across diverse sectors.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, building services, and testing/commissioning.
• Solid understanding of project management, contract administration and WSH practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and completion of electrical projects within scope, schedule, budget and safety requirements.
• Coordinate project teams, consultants, contractors, suppliers, clients and authorities across full lifecycle.
• Oversee electrical works, including installation, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Monitor progress, risks, resources, costs and contractual obligations; take corrective action.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, codes, quality standards and WSH requirements.
• Prepare project reports, forecasts and documentation for management and client review.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and drive continuous improvement in project delivery.
• Uphold high standards of ethics and compliance including anti-corruption and fair competition.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Data centres

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Our client is a well-established name in the built environment sector, and their Singapore business is expanding. They are looking for an experienced Project Manager (Electrical) to join the team and lead upcoming projects in the data centre and residential/office fit-out space.

About the Role

Reporting to the Project Director , you will own the delivery of electrical and building services projects with contract values ranging from S$10 million to S$50million. This is a growth hire, created to support a strong pipeline of new projects, so you will have real scope to shape how projects are run and to grow with the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and completion of electrical projects within approved scope, schedule, budget, quality and safety requirements
• Manage and coordinate project teams, consultants, contractors, suppliers, clients and relevant authorities across the full project lifecycle
• Oversee electrical works, including installation, testing, commissioning and handover
• Monitor progress, risks, resources, costs and contractual obligations, and take corrective action where needed
• Ensure compliance with regulations, codes, quality standards and Workplace Safety & Health (WSH) requirements
• Prepare project reports, forecasts and documentation for management and client review
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and drive continuous improvement in project delivery
• Uphold high standards of ethics and compliance, including anti-corruption, fair competition and responsible business conduct

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering with at least 10 years of relevant experience, or Diploma in Electrical Engineering with at least 15 years of relevant experience
• Proven track record in M&E or electrical projects across construction, infrastructure, industrial, commercial, residential, healthcare, institutional or similar built environment sectors
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, building services, project execution, testing and commissioning
• Sound understanding of project management, contract administration, risk management and WSH practices
• Good knowledge of construction contracts and commercial management
• Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills

Added Advantages

• Professional Engineer (PE), PMP, Chartered Engineer (CEng) or relevant WSH certifications
• Experience in data centres or other mission-critical facilities (not mandatory)