Senior Engineer (Mechancical)

GIMS & ASSOCIATES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GIMS & ASSOCIATES PTE. LTD. is seeking a seasoned Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Design Lead to drive the engineering design for building projects in Singapore.

You will review designs for compliance with codes and authority requirements, oversee drawings, calculations and tender documents, and provide technical guidance to clients, architects and other consultants. You will manage projects from concept through construction, ensuring timely delivery, coordinating with architects and other

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (required).
• At least 5 years of hands-on design experience in an engineering consultancy.
• Experience in full cycle building service projects and strong mechanical design background.
• Good understanding of Singapore Code of Practice and Authority submission process.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee M&E engineering design for building projects.
• Review M&E designs for compliance with Singapore codes and authority requirements.
• Oversee preparation and checking of M&E drawings, specifications, design calculations and tender documents.
• Provide technical advice and engineering solutions to clients, architects and other consultants.
• Coordinate M&E services with architectural, structural and other disciplines.
• Manage M&E projects from conceptual design through construction stages.
• Oversee submissions to authorities and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit/BIM

AutoCAD

Job description

1. M&E Design and Consultancy

• Lead and oversee Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) engineering design for building projects.
• Review and ensure M&E designs comply with relevant Singapore codes, regulations and authority requirements.
• Oversee the preparation and checking of M&E drawings, specifications, design calculations and tender documents.
• Provide technical advice and engineering solutions to clients, architects and other consultants.
• Ensure proper coordination and integration of M&E services with architectural, structural and other disciplines.

2. Project Management and Delivery

• Manage and oversee M&E projects from conceptual design through detailed design, tender and construction stages.
• Monitor project progress, deliverables, timelines and resource allocation.
• Attend project meetings and coordinate with clients, architects, contractors and relevant stakeholders.
• Review contractors' submissions, shop drawings, material submissions and technical proposals.
• Conduct site inspections and resolve design and construction-related issues.

3. Authority Submission and Compliance

• Oversee statutory submissions and approvals to relevant authorities, including BCA, SCDF, EMA, PUB and other agencies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Singapore Standards, codes of practice and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate testing, commissioning, inspections and statutory clearances.

4. Technical Leadership and Staff Management

• Lead, mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers and technical staff.
• Review and check the quality and accuracy of engineering deliverables.
• Assign tasks and monitor staff performance, project progress and responsibilities.
• Ensure team members take ownership of their assigned projects and deliverables.
• Identify technical gaps and provide guidance to improve team competency.

5. Client Relationship and Business Development

• Maintain good working relationships with existing clients and business partners.
• Attend client meetings and provide professional engineering advice.
• Identify potential project opportunities and support business development activities.
• Prepare technical proposals, fee proposals and project submissions.
• Support the management team in securing new projects and maintaining client satisfaction.

6. Cost Management and Commercial Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Preliminary Tender Estimates (PTE), cost estimates and tender evaluations.
• Monitor project fees, man-hour allocation and project profitability.
• Identify cost-effective engineering solutions without compromising design quality or statutory requirements.
• Manage variations, additional services and project scope changes.

7. Professional Responsibility and Accountability

• Take ownership of assigned projects and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Maintain professional standards, engineering ethics and accountability.
• Proactively identify and resolve project risks, technical issues and coordination challenges.
• Report project progress, key issues and potential delays to the management team

Requirements

• A recognized Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• at least 5 years' hands-on experience in design in an engineering consultancy firm.
• Experience in handling full cycle of building service projects and proven track record with strong background in Mechanical design.
• Good understanding of Singapore Code of Practice and Authority submission process
• Confident and have strong presentation & communication skills.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team setting
• Strong design skill in Revit/BIM & AutoCad is an added advantage