Resident Technical Officer (C&S)

Turner & Townsend; Singapore; On-site; SGD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Resident Technical Officer (RTO) – Civil & Structural to supervise on-site civil and structural works, ensuring conformity with drawings, specifications, and safety standards. You will work closely with the Qualified Person, Resident Engineer, contractors and project stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Role focuses on site supervision, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance within Singapore projects, including data centre, commercial,

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil/Structural Engineering or related field.
• Registered Resident Technical Officer with BCA preferred.
• Familiarity with Singapore construction regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspect civil and structural works on-site to ensure adherence to drawings, specs and safety requirements.
• Verify compliance with project requirements; document defects and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants and authorities; attend site meetings and report progress and quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with Building and Construction Authority (BCA) regulations, WSH requirements and project specs.
• Maintain site diaries, inspection reports and progress records; review shop drawings and method statements.

Skills

Site supervision

Quality assurance

Coordination with stakeholders

Site safety

Education

Diploma in Civil/Structural Engineering

Registered Resident Technical Officer (BCA preferred)

Singapore regulations certifications

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com

Job Description

The Resident Technical Officer (RTO) – Civil & Structural (C&S) is responsible for supervising and inspecting construction works on-site to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, statutory requirements, quality standards, and safety regulations. The RTO works closely with the Qualified Person (QP), Resident Engineer (RE), contractors, and project stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Site Supervision & Inspection

• Inspect and supervise civil and structural works carried out on-site.
• Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and relevant codes of practice.
• Monitor workmanship, materials, and construction quality.
• Witness site tests and inspections as required.

Quality Assurance

• Verify that works are carried out according to project requirements and quality standards.
• Record and report defects, non-conformances, and deviations.
• Follow up on corrective actions and rectification works.
• Maintain accurate site records, reports, and inspection documentation.

Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with contractors, consultants, subcontractors, and authorities on technical matters.
• Attend site meetings and provide updates on project progress and quality issues.
• Assist the Resident Engineer (RE) and Qualified Person (QP) in resolving site-related technical issues.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with Building and Construction Authority (BCA) regulations, Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) requirements, and project specifications.
• Monitor site safety practices and report unsafe conditions.
• Support regulatory inspections and audits.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain site diaries, inspection reports, and progress records.
• Review shop drawings, method statements, and material submissions where required.
• Prepare reports for Resident Engineers and project management teams.

Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Diploma in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related discipline.
• Registered Resident Technical Officer with BCA preferred.
• Relevant certifications required under Singapore regulations.

Experience

• 3-5 years or more of experience in construction site supervision for civil and structural works.
• Experience in Data Centre building, infrastructure, commercial, residential, or industrial projects.
• Familiarity with Singapore construction regulations and standards.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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