Project Engineer

Job Summary

The Project Engineer is responsible for the planning,coordination, execution, and completion of Mechanical & Electrical(M&E) works for construction projects. The role involves close coordinationwith clients, consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and internal constructionteams to ensure M&E works are executed safely, on schedule, within budget,and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and projectrequirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project & Site Execution

• Assist the Project Manager / M&E Manager in planning and executing M&E works from construction through testing, commissioning, and handover.
• Coordinate and supervise M&E installation activities on site.
• Ensure works are carried out according to approved drawings, specifications, method statements, project requirements, and applicable codes and standards.
• Monitor daily site progress and identify potential delays, constraints, or interface issues.
• Coordinate manpower, materials, equipment, and subcontractor activities to meet the project schedule.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify workmanship and installation quality.

2. M&E Coordination

• Coordinate M&E services with architectural, structural, cleanroom, process, and other disciplines.
• Review M&E drawings, shop drawings, coordination drawings, and construction details.
• Identify clashes, discrepancies, and constructability issues and coordinate their resolution before installation.
• Participate in coordination meetings with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Coordinate builder's works requirements such as openings, sleeves, embedded items, equipment foundations, access requirements, and penetrations.
• Ensure proper coordination of ceiling services and congested M&E areas.

3. Technical & Engineering Support

• Review technical submissions, material submissions, equipment data sheets, shop drawings, and method statements.
• Raise and follow up on RFIs and technical clarifications.
• Ensure materials and equipment installed on site comply with approved submissions and project specifications.
• Support engineering calculations, equipment selection, and technical evaluations where required.
• Maintain updated construction drawings and ensure site teams are working from the latest approved revisions.

4. M&E Systems

The Project Engineer may be required to coordinate systemsincluding, but not limited to:

Mechanical

• HVAC and ventilation systems
• Chilled water systems
• Process cooling water
• Exhaust systems
• Cleanroom HVAC and environmental control
• Compressed air and process utilities
• Plumbing and sanitary systems
• Fire protection systems

Electrical

• LV electrical distribution
• Transformers, switchboards and distribution boards
• Power and control cabling
• Lighting and small power
• UPS and emergency power systems
• Earthing and lightning protection
• ELV systems
• Fire alarm systems
• BMS / FMCS / control systems

5. Testing & Commissioning

• Coordinate inspection, testing, and commissioning activities for M&E systems.
• Prepare and maintain inspection and testing records.
• Coordinate pre-commissioning checks, functional testing, integrated testing, and system commissioning.
• Track defects, punch lists, and outstanding works through closure.
• Support system demonstrations and final handover to the client / facility team.
• Assist in compiling commissioning records, O&M manuals, warranties, certificates, and handover documentation.

6. Project Planning & Progress

• Assist in preparing and updating M&E work schedules.
• Monitor actual progress against the approved construction programme.
• Prepare short-term look-ahead schedules and identify upcoming work fronts and constraints.
• Coordinate material and equipment delivery schedules with procurement and subcontractors.
• Highlight potential delays and propose mitigation / recovery actions.

7. Quality & Safety

• Ensure all M&E works comply with project QA/QC requirements.
• Coordinate inspections with QA/QC personnel, consultants, and clients.
• Ensure inspection requests and relevant documentation are completed before subsequent works proceed.
• Work closely with the site safety team to ensure M&E activities comply with project EHS requirements.
• Participate in risk assessments, method statement reviews, toolbox meetings, and site safety inspections.
• Immediately highlight unsafe conditions or activities and support corrective actions.

8. Subcontractor & Vendor Management

• Coordinate and supervise M&E subcontractors and vendors.
• Monitor subcontractor progress, manpower, productivity, quality, and compliance.
• Review subcontractor work sequences and ensure proper interface between different trades.
• Follow up on material submissions, procurement, fabrication, delivery, installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Verify completed works and assist in evaluating subcontractor progress claims where required.

9. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare daily / weekly progress updates and reports.
• Maintain records of drawings, RFIs, technical submissions, inspections, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Track M&E outstanding issues and ensure timely closure.
• Assist in preparing as-built drawings and project handover documentation.
• Maintain proper documentation and records throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent.
• Preferably 2–5 years of relevant experience in M&E construction, building services, industrial, semiconductor, cleanroom, or high-tech facility projects.
• Fresh graduates with strong technical fundamentals may also be considered for junior positions.
• Good understanding of M&E installation and construction practices.
• Able to read and interpret M&E drawings, specifications, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is required.
• Experience with BIM / Revit / Navisworks will be an advantage.
• Familiarity with project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Singapore construction practices, codes, authority requirements, and workplace safety requirements will be an advantage.
• Experience in semiconductor, cleanroom, data centre, pharmaceutical, or other high-tech projects will be highly advantageous.

Key Competencies

• Strong technical and problem-solving ability
• Good M&E coordination skills
• Strong site execution and follow-up
• Able to work in a fast-paced project environment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to coordinate effectively with multiple trades and stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with good documentation discipline
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Safety and quality conscious
• Able to work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary project team