The posting
JOB SCOPE: SENIOR M&E ENGINEER
Industry: Construction – Main Contractor, Singapore Reporting To: Project Manager / Construction Manager
1. Job Purpose
To manage, coordinate and supervise M&E construction works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, project schedules, quality standards, safety requirements and applicable Singapore regulations.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Project Planning and Coordination
- Plan, monitor and coordinate M&E installation works according to the overall construction programme.
- Coordinate M&E activities with C&S, Architectural, BIM and other specialist trades.
- Monitor progress, identify delays and implement recovery measures.
B. Technical and Design Coordination
- Review M&E drawings, shop drawings, material submissions and technical specifications.
- Coordinate with consultants, QPs, PEs and other project teams to resolve technical issues and design clashes.
- Ensure that approved drawings and required approvals are obtained before installation.
C. Site Installation Management
- Supervise mechanical, electrical, plumbing, sanitary, fire protection and other assigned building services works.
- Ensure installations comply with approved drawings, specifications, method statements and manufacturer requirements.
- Coordinate site activities, builder's work provisions, equipment installation and service routing.
D. Subcontractor and Procurement Management
- Coordinate M&E subcontractors, suppliers and specialist contractors.
- Monitor manpower, productivity, material deliveries and equipment procurement.
- Resolve site issues and ensure subcontractors meet programme, quality and contractual requirements.
E. Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Ensure compliance with project quality procedures, inspection and test plans, and approved specifications.
- Coordinate inspections, testing, NCR rectification and defect closure.
- Ensure that non-conforming work is corrected and verified before acceptance.
F. Testing and Commissioning
- Plan and coordinate M&E testing, commissioning and integrated systems testing.
- Ensure completion of required inspections, test reports and commissioning records.
- Resolve system defects and performance issues before handover.
G. Workplace Safety and Health
- Ensure M&E works comply with applicable WSH requirements and site safety procedures.
- Coordinate risk assessments, safe work procedures, permits and corrective actions with the relevant personnel.
- Address unsafe practices and escalate serious safety concerns.
H. Statutory and Regulatory Compliance
- Coordinate applicable submissions, inspections and approvals with consultants, QPs, PEs and authorised personnel.
- Support compliance with relevant Singapore regulatory requirements and project-specific authority conditions.
- Assist with TOP/CSC-related requirements where applicable.
I. Cost Control and Progress Reporting
- Monitor M&E work progress, material wastage, rework and subcontractor performance.
- Assist with variation records, progress claims and cost assessments in coordination with the Quantity Surveyor and Contracts Manager.
- Prepare progress reports and maintain registers for drawings, materials, inspections, testing and outstanding issues.
J. Handover and Defect Management
- Coordinate preparation of as-built drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, warranties and test certificates.
- Ensure completion of commissioning, outstanding defects and handover documentation.
- Coordinate defect rectification during the Defects Liability Period.
3. Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
- Relevant experience in M&E construction works with a Main Contractor.
- Good knowledge of building services installation, technical drawings, subcontractor coordination, quality control and testing and commissioning.
- Familiarity with applicable Singapore construction regulations and authority requirements.
- Strong coordination, leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
4. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Achievement of M&E construction milestones.
- Compliance with quality, safety and statutory requirements.
- Timely approval of drawings and material submissions.
- Completion of testing, commissioning and handover on schedule.
- Effective subcontractor management and cost control.
- Timely closure of NCRs and defects.
Overall Objective: To deliver M&E works safely, on schedule, within budget and to the required quality and performance standards, ensuring successful project completion and handover.



