Senior Project Engineer

EDP Energias de Portugal S.A.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global renewable energy leader located in Singapore seeks a Project Manager to oversee construction projects in solar energy. The role involves managing schedules, budgets, and contractors while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates should have a diploma in Electrical Engineering and at least 2 years of project management experience, preferably in the renewable sector. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage risks effectively are essential. Join a company recognized for its commitment to diversity and professional development.

Benefits

Flexible work conditions

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Opportunities for personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum Higher Nitec / Technical Engineer Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in electrical design / construction project management.
• Prior experience in renewable energy or construction industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction of projects from start to COD, ensuring compliance with targets.
• Track project schedules and budgets, flag deviations.
• Manage contractors and ensure smooth project execution.
• Identify risks and communicate with senior project manager.
• Enforce quality checklists for solar project reviews.

Skills

Effective communication

Project management skills

Interpersonal skills

General electrical knowledge

Mobility and adaptability

Education

Higher Nitec / Technical Engineer Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Gantt Chart

Scrum

PMP

Job description

EDP Renewables APAC is the main subsidiary of EDP Group, a global leader in the renewable energy sector and one of the world’s largest wind producers. With its headquarters in Singapore, EDP Renewables is the leading sustainable development hub for the Asia Pacific region with activities across nine different markets. Our activities are focused on the design, development, management, and operation of renewable energy sources, namely solar, wind, as well as new technologies such as storage.

EDP is a global energy group leading the Energy Transition, Innovation and Sustainability. Using the technology of the future, we create solutions highly focused on the needs of our people and our customers, never neglecting our role and contributions to society. To achieve our goals, we aim to attract diverse people with high potential through the professional opportunities we create.

Join us to be part of a renewable energy leader that reinvests in society through sustainable projects and social as well as cultural causes. You will have the opportunity to actively participate in our global transformation, by changing tomorrow now.

Manage construction of assigned projects from start of construction to Commercial Operation Date (COD), ensuring compliance with assigned targets in terms of schedule, cost, while making sure all the internal requirements (e.g. HSE) are fulfilled.

Responsibilities

• Track and monitor project schedules and budget, flagging out any potential deviations in terms of timings and costing, using the corporate tools and platforms
• Manage contractors and other third parties in an effective and efficient manner to ensure projects run smoothly
• Identify potential risks in terms of construction and progress, making sure these are flagged to the senior project manager
• Enforce quality checklists for review or inspection of solar projects
• Manage and interact with internal and external stakeholders throughout the project.

Education/Experience

• Minimum Higher Nitec / Technical Engineer Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in electrical design / construction project management
• Prior experience in the renewable energy or construction industry, particularly in solar photovoltaic (PV) projects, is advantageous

Requirements

• Proven track record of effective communications with project stakeholders
• Good project management skills with ability to report in a clear and concise manner
• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Being mobile and willing to work under the hot sun are essential.
• Skilled in project management framework (eg. Gantt Chart/Scrum/PMP)
• General electrical knowledge with the ability of interpreting Single Line Diagram (SLD)

When you join EDP Renewables APAC, you will have access to:

• Professional experience in a leading global company in the renewables industry with flexible work conditions
• Recognition through remuneration compatible with the role and other additional benefits
• Opportunities for personal and professional development, e.g. cross-cutting projects, mobilities and volunteering

About EDP Group

As a socially responsible company, we incorporate our values and practices with the principles of Diversity and Inclusion. To achieve all our objectives, we intend to attract, develop and retain different profiles, assuming diversity as a key factor and differentiator of fundamental innovation in our organisation. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to the inclusion and sense of belonging of each person who is part of the EDP Group.

What makes us proud as an employer

• TOP Employer APAC, Singapore 2025 certification
• TOP Employer Europe 2025 certification
• Bloomberg Gender Equality Index 2021
• Top Workplaces US 2021
• Certification in Conciliation (Excellence) by the Más Familia Foundation