Resident Technical Officer (C&S) - HDB BTO Project

XIN CHENG SG PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

XIN CHENG SG PTE. LTD. is seeking a diligent Resident Technical Officer (RTO) to oversee structural and civil works for residential building projects.

You will act as the key eyes and ears on-site, ensuring contractor compliance with approved drawings, statutory regulations, and strict quality standards while reporting directly to the QP and consultant team. Key responsibilities include site supervision, quality assurance, technical review, compliance, NCR handling, testing endorsement, progress

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil / Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• Must be a certified Resident Technical Officer (RTO) accredited by IES / ACES.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant site supervision experience in residential building projects (fresh candidates welcome).
• Conversant with local building control regulations, statutory codes of practice, and BCA standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with contractors, consultants and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day structural on-site activities ensuring adherence to approved method statements and safety regulations.
• Review architectural and structural drawings to identify discrepancies and propose practical solutions to consultants.
• Ensure works are executed in accordance with consultant specifications and approved designs.
• Conduct site and material inspections, identify non-conformances, and coordinate prompt rectification by the builder.
• Witness and endorse site inspections, field tests, and equipment/material testing carried out by contractors.
• Audit contractor claims for progress payments and verify deliverables on site.
• Maintain meticulous site records and submit regular progress and quality reports to the QP and consultant team.

Skills

Site supervision

Quality assurance

Documentation & reporting

Communication

Inspection & testing

Compliance awareness

Progress verification

Team liaison

Education

Diploma in Civil / Structural Engineering

Job description

We are looking for a diligent and proactive Resident Technical Officer (RTO) to oversee structural and civil works for residential building projects. You will act as the key eyes and ears on-site, ensuring contractor compliance with approved drawings, statutory regulations, and stringent quality standards while reporting directly to the Qualified Person (QP) and consultant team.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Supervision & Quality Assurance: Oversee day-to-day structural site activities to ensure strict adherence to approved method statements, work procedures, and statutory safety and building regulations.

• Technical Review & Issue Resolution: Review architectural and structural drawings to identify discrepancies early; recommend practical engineering solutions to consultants to avoid site delays.

• Compliance & Consultant Directives: Ensure the main builder executes all works strictly in accordance with the consultant’s specifications, instructions, and approved designs.

• Inspections & Material QC: Conduct thorough site and material quality inspections; identify non-conformances (NCRs) and ensure prompt rectification by the builder.

• Testing & Commissioning: Witness and endorse all formal site inspections, field tests, and equipment/material testing carried out by contractors.

• Progress Verification: Audit and verify contractor claims for progress payments, validating actual work done and materials or equipment delivered and stored on site.

• Site Documentation & Reporting: Maintain meticulous and up-to-date site records, including daily inspection logs, safety records, and marked-up/as-built drawings; submit regular progress and quality reports to the Project QP and consultant team.

Requirements

• Qualifications: Minimum Diploma in Civil / Structural Engineering or equivalent.

• Accreditation: Must be a certified Resident Technical Officer (RTO) accredited by IES / ACES.

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant site supervision experience in residential building projects preferred. (fresh candidates are fully welcome)

• Technical Knowledge: Conversant with local building control regulations, statutory codes of practice, and BCA standards.

• Soft Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise firmly yet collaboratively with contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.