Senior Manager, Civil & Structure (Coastal Protection)

Sentosa Development Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Singapore seeks a Coastal Protection Engineer to manage project planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement for coastal protection and infrastructure works. Candidates should hold a degree in Engineering, possess at least 10 years of experience, and be proficient in coastal engineering principles, particularly in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of post-graduate experience in the construction industry.
• At least 5 years in relevant coastal engineering roles.
• Strong written and communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop project briefs and manage the entire project cycle.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Plan stakeholder engagement to educate and gain support.

Skills

Coastal Engineering

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Quantitative Analysis

Qualitative Analysis

GIS Software

Drainage Modelling

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Coastal Engineering or related field

Job description

What the role is:

Coastal protection planning and project management.

What you will be working on:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop project briefs, requirements, and technical specifications for the procurement of consultancy, data collection, and construction contracts related to coastal protection and/or building and infrastructure works.
2. Plan, execute, and manage the entire project cycle, including developing project briefs, tendering, proposal evaluation, project award, and initiation processes.
3. Understand and identify conditions and constraints in the Sentosa environment and propose feasible engineering solutions.
4. Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses to determine implications and costs of proposed strategies.
5. Manage, review, and provide constructive engineering inputs to consultants and contractors, including review of proposed permanent structures and temporary works, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and standards.
6. Oversee project management of external consultants conducting coastal protection, drainage, and infrastructure studies, planning, and designs, including all assigned works.
7. Conduct inspections with technical professionals to ensure works are carried out according to approved drawings and specifications, and in compliance with quality, safety, and contract standards.
8. Develop, review, and enhance long-term coastal protection planning strategies for SDC, including assessing risks from sea-level rise and climate change, integrating coastal protection with land use plans, and analyzing overseas best practices and emerging risks.
9. Formulate data management plans in collaboration with the Data Manager (GIS) and assist operations teams in planning for flood response readiness.
10. Plan and develop stakeholder engagement strategies to educate, increase awareness, and secure buy-in from stakeholders for SDC and government initiatives.
11. Liaise with and provide inter-agency support to PUB, the national Coastal Protection Agency, and other relevant agencies.

What we are looking for:

Job Requirements:

1. Degree in Engineering (preferably Civil or Environmental Engineering) and/or a Master’s Degree in Coastal Engineering, Hydro-informatics, or a related discipline.
2. Minimum 10 years of post-graduate experience in the construction industry, with at least 5 years in coastal engineering.
3. Enjoys working in a dynamic environment, developing technical details, and collaborating with multiple stakeholders. Passionate about contributing to Sentosa’s capacity to address climate change.
4. Knowledge of coastal and drainage modeling software, GIS, and data analysis.
5. Design or Design Management experience in multidisciplinary engineering or infrastructure projects is advantageous.
6. Strong written and communication skills in English, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
7. This is a 4-year contract with the possibility of renewal.

About Sentosa Development Corporation:

Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC), established in 1972, is a statutory board under the Ministry of Trade and Industry. It oversees the development, management, and promotion of Sentosa Island as a resort destination. SDC manages various business and commercial units, including Sentosa Leisure Management, Sentosa Golf Club, Sentosa Cove Resort Management, and Mount Faber Leisure Group.