Resident Technical Officer(RTO)- CIVIL & STRUCTURAL

RB ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RB ENGINEERING PTE. LTD. seeks an experienced Night Shift Site Supervisor to oversee underground utilities projects in Singapore. You will manage night operations, ensure drawings and specs are followed, and coordinate with REs, engineers, and subcontractors to keep works progressing.

This role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, accurate reporting, and timely handovers to day shift. Strong problem-solving, documentation, and ability to address on-site challenges are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience managing night-shift construction activities.
• Ability to ensure safety and compliance with codes.
• Proven coordination with engineers, subcontractors, and authorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee night-shift site activities for underground utilities.
• Ensure work aligns with drawings and specifications.
• Monitor excavation, pipe laying, duct installation and reinstatement.
• Prepare night-shift reports and handover to day team.
• Coordinate with RE, engineers, and authorities during night inspections.
• Maintain lighting, traffic safety, and accurate documentation.

Skills

Night shift supervision

Construction site management

Safety compliance

Documentation

Job description

Job Roles & Responsibilities

1. Night Shift Site Supervision

   Oversee all night-shift construction activities related to underground utilities (SPPG, Telecom, Water, Sewer) .

   Ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently, and according to approved drawings and specifications.

   Monitor night excavation, pipe laying, duct installation, and road reinstatement.

2. Quality Control & Technical Compliance

   Check and verify pipe alignment, levels, gradient, and bedding during night operations.

   Conduct inspections for jointing, duct installation, backfilling, and compaction.

   Ensure all works comply with quality standards and authorities' Codes of Practice.

3. Safety & Risk Management (Night Operations)

   Ensure strict compliance with WSH regulations , PTW, and safe work procedures during night works.

   Monitor high-risk activities such as deep excavation, confined space, lifting, and heavy machinery movement.

   Ensure adequate lighting, traffic safety, and safe access routes during night shift.

4. Documentation & Reporting

   Prepare night shift daily reports , inspection records, manpower & machinery logs.

   Document any issues, delays, NCRs, or safety incidents occurring during night activities.

   Provide detailed handover reports to the day-shift RTO/Engineer for continuity of work.

5. Coordination & Communication

   Coordinate with night-shift supervisors, foremen, subcontractors, traffic marshals, and utility contractors.

   Liaise with Resident Engineer (RE), Project Engineer, and authority representatives when required.

   Attend night-site inspections with consultants or authorities (SPPG, PUB, LTA, IMDA).

6. Technical Support & Problem Solving

   Identify and report technical issues such as underground utility clashes, soft ground, or alignment conflicts.

   Provide immediate support to resolve on-site challenges to avoid delays and rework.

   Ensure existing utilities are protected during night excavation.

7. Compliance & Authority Standards

   Ensure all night works comply with relevant authority requirements:SPPG - Power Cables / Ducts

   PUB - Water & Sewer

   IMDA - Telecom Ducts

   LTA - Road Opening & Reinstatement

   Verify proper barricading, signage, and traffic management during night operation