Underground Pipe Laying Site Engineer (Night Shift)

RB ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and construction company in Singapore is looking for a skilled Underground Pipe Laying Site Engineer for night shifts. The ideal candidate will manage underground utility works, ensure compliance with safety standards, and lead teams to maintain quality during construction. Responsibilities include technical supervision, planning work activities, conducting safety briefings, and preparing detailed reports. Strong problem-solving skills and experience with underground services are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage night shift underground utility works.
• Strong technical knowledge in construction safety and compliance.
• Excellent leadership skills for supervising teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all night-shift construction activities.
• Plan and coordinate daily work activities and resources.
• Ensure adherence to safety and regulatory requirements.
• Verify pipe alignment and conduct quality checks.
• Prepare nightly reports and document site activities.
• Coordinate with utility authorities for inspections.
• Resolve on-site technical issues effectively.

Skills

Underground service installation knowledge

Construction drawing interpretation

Site coordination

Technical supervision

Quality management

Problem-solving

Traffic management

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY :

Highly skilled Underground Pipe Laying Site Engineer (Night Shift) with hands‑on experience in managing and executing underground utility works, including SPPG power cables, telecom ducts, water pipelines, and sewer systems. Responsible for overseeing all night‑shift construction activities, ensuring adherence to engineering specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Proven ability to coordinate manpower, machinery, and subcontractors while maintaining high‑quality workmanship and timely project progress. Strong technical knowledge, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to lead and manage site operations during critical night‑shift conditions.

Job Roles & Responsibilities

1. Technical Supervision & Execution

• Manage and supervise night‑shift underground utility works: SPPG (Power Cables), Telecom Ducts, Water Mains, and Sewer Pipelines.

• Ensure pipe‑laying works follow approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and industry standards.

• Provide technical guidance to supervisors, foremen, and workers during night operations.

2. Planning & Coordination

• Plan daily work activities, manpower, equipment, and materials required for night shift.

• Coordinate with subcontractors, machinery operators, and utility teams to ensure smooth workflow.

• Assist the Project Manager/Construction Manager in preparing work schedules and resource allocation.

3. Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all night operations comply with WSH, LTA, PUB, SPPG, IMDA (Telecom), and Code of Practice requirements.

• Conduct safety briefings, risk assessments, and toolbox meetings before work starts.

• Monitor deep excavation, confined space, lifting operations, and traffic safety during night shifts.

4. Quality Assurance & Workmanship

• Verify line, level, gradient, and alignment of pipes using surveying tools and engineering standards.

• Inspect pipe jointing, duct installation, bedding, compaction, and reinstatement.

• Witness tests such as pressure tests, water‑tightness tests, air tests, and CCTV inspections for sewer lines.

5. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare nightly progress reports, site measurement sheets, quality checklists, and as‑built documentation.

• Record any issues, delays, utility clashes, or deviations from the plan.

• Handover detailed shift reports to the day team and project engineers.

6. Liaison & Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with utility authorities such as SPPG, PUB, LTA, IMDA, Telecom operators for inspections and approvals.

• Communicate site progress and technical issues to consultants, clients, and internal teams.

7. Problem Solving & Site Issue Handling

• Resolve technical issues on‑site, including design discrepancies, utility conflicts, and ground condition challenges.

• Make quick engineering decisions to avoid delays while maintaining safety and compliance.

• Ensure proper protection of existing services during night excavation.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of underground services installation (Power, Water, Sewer, Telecom).

• Ability to read construction drawings and execute work with accuracy.

• Skilled in site coordination, technical supervision, and quality management.

• Familiar with permit‑to‑work systems and traffic management for night works.

• Good communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.