SITE ENGINEER

JJOBB LLP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JJOBB LLP is seeking a Site Engineer in Singapore to lead on-site technical delivery for infrastructure projects. You will oversee daily site activities, review drawings, and coordinate with subcontractors to keep the project on schedule.

The role demands hands-on experience in civil engineering, strong communication, and a firm grasp of safety standards and field surveying tools. A degree in Civil Engineering and at least three years of site experience are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or relevant construction management.
• Minimum of three years' site engineering or project experience.
• Ability to read structural blueprints and use surveying tools.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and site certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily site activities to meet design and safety standards.
• Interpret drawings and survey data for on-site teams.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to maintain timelines and quality.
• Prepare daily progress reports for senior management.
• Oversee installation of structural components per codes.
• Identify risks and implement corrective actions to avoid delays.
• Check materials against specs to ensure project standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Blueprint reading

Site safety

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor in Civil Engineering

Tools

Total stations

CAD software

Job description

SITE ENGINEER

Location: Singapore

Job Description

Our recruitment team is sourcing a SITE ENGINEER for a current opening. This role suits a hands-on professional who thrives in an active construction environment. You will join an established firm and take full responsibility for technical delivery on site. It is a great opportunity to lead complex infrastructure builds from start to finish.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage daily site activities to ensure all construction works meet strict design and safety standards.
• Interpret technical drawings and survey data to guide the onsite engineering and construction project teams.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to maintain the agreed project timeline and quality control measures.
• Monitor progress of site works and prepare detailed daily reports for the senior project management.
• Oversee the installation of structural components to verify compliance with national building codes and requirements.
• Identify potential engineering risks and implement corrective actions to prevent delays during the construction phase.
• Check site materials against technical specifications to ensure that everything meets the required project standards.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a relevant construction management qualification from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of three years of professional experience working in a site engineering or project capacity.
• Strong proficiency in reading structural blueprints and using specialized surveying tools like total stations.
• Practical knowledge of local workplace safety regulations and certification in construction site safety management.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively manage relationships with site workers, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Ability to use computer-aided design software to manage technical documentation and update project schematics.

What's on Offer

• Permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary package based on your technical experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in advanced construction management systems and technologies.
• Standard working week with potential for overtime pay when project deadlines require additional site presence.