Project Manager (Electrical)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager (Electrical) to lead, direct, and oversee our electrical engineering and building construction projects from inception to successful handover. In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end project execution, managing technical site teams, controlling budgets, and ensuring strict compliance with local safety and regulatory standards in Singapore.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Leadership & Site Execution

• Lead the overall planning, execution, and delivery of electrical engineering and M&E works within building construction projects, ensuring alignment with project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, main contractors, consultants, and regulatory authorities (e.g., BCA, EMA, MOM).
• Manage project resource allocation, subcontractor workflows, and procurement schedules to eliminate bottlenecks and optimize operational efficiency.

2. Technical Oversight & Quality Control

• Review and approve engineering designs, single-line diagrams (SLD), schematics, method statements, and technical specifications.
• Oversee on-site electrical installations, testing and commissioning (T&C) activities, ensuring all works comply with Singapore Standards (CP 5) and EMA regulations.
• Implement robust quality control measures and building code compliance across all project sites.

3. Financial Management & Contract Administration

• Manage project budgets, cost control, progress billings, variation orders (VO), and subcontractor claims to ensure healthy profit margins.
• Review contract terms, mitigate commercial and operational risks, and prepare comprehensive financial and progress reports for management.

4. Safety, Compliance & Team Management

• Enforce strict adherence to Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) regulations, conducting regular risk assessments and safety audits.
• Mentor, guide, and evaluate project engineers and technical staff, fostering a high-performance and safety-first work culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Building Construction, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 to 8 years of relevant project management and site engineering experience within the building, construction, or M&E sector in Singapore.
• Strong working knowledge of Singapore electrical codes, EMA requirements, BCA guidelines, and WSH regulations.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in project management methodologies, budgeting tools, and engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD).