Resident Engineer (Coastal)

SJ Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SJ Group is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to oversee land reclamation and coastal development on an offshore island west of Singapore. The role includes supervising civil works, monitoring marine transport, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Civil Engineering, a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, recognised by PEB Singapore.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in supervision of major infrastructure works.
• Must pass internal security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise civil and structural works ensuring compliance.
• Monitor movement of Marine Transport.
• Conduct safety audits and quality control inspections.

Skills

Strong English communication

Report-writing skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of marine operations

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Accredited Resident Engineer (RE) by IES/ACES

Tools

Scheduling software

IT tools for documentation

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Resident Engineer (RE) to oversee land reclamation, marine construction, and coastal development on an offshore island west of Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the execution of the civil and structural works and ensure compliance with contract specifications, drawings, bill of quantities, safety regulations, and environmental standards.


• Monitor and ensure proper movement of Marine Transport.


• Supervise and witness sand sampling from marine transport vessels.


• Work closely with the site team including Senior Resident Engineers (SREs), Resident Engineers (REs), and Resident Technical Officers (RTOs) to ensure proper supervision and progress tracking.


• Liaise with consultants, PE (Geo) (S), SO representatives, Project Manager, contractors, and authorities to ensure smooth project execution and accurate dissemination of information.


• Monitor project schedules, progress claims, and documentation using scheduling and IT tools, ensuring timely reporting and record-keeping.


• Conduct safety audits, night shift checks, and quality control inspections to ensure site conditions, materials, and workmanship meet specifications.


• Review and assess technical submissions, method statements, drawings, risk assessments, and variations, providing recommendations where necessary.


• Inspect and approve temporary and completed works, addressing defects, ensuring compliance, and overseeing project handover.


• Oversee all aspects of EMMP works and regularly monitor EMMP parameters through the Specialist EMMP Consultant’s Information Management System (IMS).


• Ensure adherence to workplace safety and health regulations and direct modifications if required.


• Perform site inspections, attend meetings, and prepare reports to update the Employer, Consultant, and Authorities.


• Support administrative and compliance requirements, including foreign worker declarations, security clearance, site documentation and site visits.


• Job location: West.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, recognised by PEB Singapore, registered on the register of JAC’s list of accredited QSS, with minimum 5 years of relevant experience in supervision of major infrastructure works or major reclamation work or port construction works or marine works or underground building works.


• Accredited Resident Engineer (RE) by IES/ACES.


• Strong English communication and report-writing skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, scheduling software, and IT tools for documentation.


• Knowledge of marine operations, dredgers, barges, and MPA regulations.


• Must pass internal security clearance by the Employer and Singapore Government.