Project Planner

Smitech Engineering Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Smitech Engineering Pte Ltd. is seeking a skilled MEP Scheduler to develop and manage master project baselines for complex Singapore-based builds.

You will coordinate with BIM teams, subcontractors, and project leaders to ensure on-time delivery across HVAC, electrical, fire, and plumbing scopes. You will maintain detailed schedules, analyze critical paths, and prepare progress reports, S-curves, and resource loading.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services or equivalent.
• 3–4 years of MEP planning experience in Singapore.
• Hands-on proficiency with Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Knowledge of MEP system workflows and Singapore regs.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master MEP project baseline schedules, detailed installation programs, and 3-week look-ahead plans using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Define detailed logic paths for CSD/BIM coordination, shop drawing submissions, authority clearances, procurement lead times, on-site installation, and Testing & Commissioning (T&C).
• Track day-to-day MEP progress, handover dates, and equipment delivery lead times.
• Prepare progress S-curves, manpower loading charts, and monthly progress reports for leadership and client submission.
• Identify MEP sequence conflicts and critical path delays early; propose mitigation, recovery plans, and fast-tracking strategies.
• Work closely with MEP Project Engineers, BIM Coordinators, and Subcontractors to ensure site progress matches baselines.
• Coordinate handover milestones between MEP installation, energized power connection, and final T&C phase.
• Maintain comprehensive site logs of design changes, access delays, and site variations to support EOT justification.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interface management

Team coordination

Education

Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services or equivalent

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Key Responsibilities

MEP Schedule & Logic Development:

• Develop and maintain master MEP project baseline schedules, detailed installation programs, and 3-week look-ahead plans using Primavera P6 or MS Project.

• Define detailed logic paths for combined services drawings (CSD) / BIM coordination, shop drawing submissions, authority clearances, procurement lead times, on-site installation, and Testing & Commissioning (T&C).

Progress Tracking & Interface Management:

• Track day-to-day MEP progress, structural/architectural handover dates, and equipment delivery lead times.

• Prepare progress S-curves, manpower loading charts, and monthly progress reports for project leadership and client submission.

• Identify MEP sequence conflicts and critical path delays early; propose mitigation, recovery plans, and fast-tracking strategies.

Coordination & Site Monitoring:

• Work closely with MEP Project Engineers, BIM Coordinators, and Subcontractors to ensure site progress matches scheduled baselines.

• Coordinate handover milestones between MEP installation, energized power connection, and final T&C phase.

Variation& Delay Documentation:

• Maintain comprehensive site logs of design changes, access delays, and site variations to support Extension of Time (EOT) justification.

Job Requirements

• Education: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or equivalent.

• Experience: 3 to 4 years of proven planning experience handling MEP / M&E works in Singapore engineering/construction projects.

• Hands-on proficiency with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.

• Strong technical understanding of MEP system workflows (HVAC, Electrical, Fire Protection, Plumbing & Sanitary, BMS).

• Familiarity with Singapore building regulations (BCA, PUB, EMA, SCDF) and standard T&C timelines.

• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interface management skills to bridge main contractor and subcontractor teams.