Site Engineer

Ken-Pal (S) Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Ken-Pal (S) Pte Ltd is seeking a Main Contractor Site Engineer in Singapore to supervise and coordinate on-site works across structural, architectural, and M&E disciplines. You will ensure adherence to approved drawings, method statements, and schedules while liaising with subcontractors and consultants to ensure timely delivery.

You will monitor safety and quality, coordinate with authorities, and manage daily reports and NCRs to support HDB handover readiness.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil/Structural Engineering is required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant HDB construction experience.
• Meticulous and detail-oriented with a proactive problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all structural, architectural, and M&E works on site.
• Ensure works follow approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Liaise with subcontractors to ensure timely and proper execution.
• Develop daily and weekly work schedules based on the project timeline.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and consultants (QP, RE/RTO, HDB project officers).
• Ensure proper sequencing of works to avoid delays or rework.
• Conduct daily inspections of work progress and quality.
• Ensure construction complies with BCA, HDB standards, and workplace safety regulations.
• Monitor concrete casting, rebar installation, waterproofing, precast panels, etc.
• Prepare daily site reports, progress updates, and site diaries; submit NCRs when needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive problem-solving

Site coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil / Structural Engineering

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities of a Main Contractor Site Engineer

1. Execution of Works

• Supervise and coordinate all structural, architectural, and M&E works on site.
• Ensure works are carried out as per approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Liaise with subcontractors to ensure timely and proper execution.

2. Planning & Coordination

• Develop daily and weekly work schedules based on the project timeline.
• Coordinate with: Subcontractors, consultants (e.g., QP, RE/RTO), HDB project officers
• Ensure proper sequencing of works to avoid delays or rework.

3. Site Supervision

• Conduct daily inspections of work progress and quality.
• Ensure that construction complies with BCA, HDB standards, and workplace safety regulations.
• Monitor concrete casting, rebar installation, waterproofing, precast panel erection, etc.

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare daily site reports, progress updates, and site diaries.
• Track materials delivered and used on site.
• Submit inspection checklists, quality control records, and non-conformance reports (NCRs) when needed.

5. Liaison with Authorities and Consultants

• Assist in arranging inspections with HDB, QPs, and RTOs/REs.
• Coordinate for site instructions (SIs), request for information (RFIs), and technical queries.
• Attend site meetings and safety briefings.

6. Safety & Housekeeping

• Ensure works are carried out in compliance with the Workplace Safety and Health Act (WSH Act).
• Implement and monitor safety measures (barricades, signage, PPE use).
• Report unsafe practices or incidents to the Safety Officer and Project Manager.

7. Quality Control

• Ensure workmanship meets required standards and tolerances.
• Conduct inspections before consultant inspections.
• Rectify defects or non-conforming works immediately.

8. Handling Materials & Equipment

• Monitor delivery, storage, and usage of construction materials.
• Ensure proper handling of precast elements (e.g. PPVC, precast walls, staircases).
• Coordinate with crane operators and lifting teams for safe operations.

9. Method Statements & Work Procedures

• Understand and implement approved Method Statements, especially for critical activities.
• Ensure all workers are briefed on safe and correct procedures before starting work.

10. Final Works & Handover

• Support rectification works before handover and inspection by HDB/QP.
• Assist in defect inspections and TOP/CSC documentation.
• Ensure site is clean and ready for handover stages.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or arelated discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in HDBconstruction projects.
• Meticulous and detail-oriented.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset.