The posting
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager (Electrical) to lead and oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of electrical construction projects in Singapore.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing project schedules, budgets, manpower, subcontractors, and site operations while ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, safety regulations, and quality standards.
This role requires strong technical expertise in electrical construction, excellent leadership capabilities, and the ability to coordinate effectively with clients, consultants, main contractors, and other project stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Planning & Management
- Lead and manage electrical construction projects from commencement through testing, commissioning, and final handover.
- Develop and implement project schedules, work programmes, resource plans, and execution strategies.
- Monitor project progress to ensure timely completion within the approved budget and contractual requirements.
- Identify potential project risks, resolve technical and operational issues, and implement corrective actions to minimise delays.
- Coordinate project resources, including manpower, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
2. Site Operations & Technical Coordination
- Oversee daily electrical construction activities and ensure works are executed according to approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
- Supervise and provide technical guidance to project engineers, site supervisors, subcontractors, and workers.
- Review electrical drawings, shop drawings, method statements, material submissions, and technical documentation.
- Coordinate electrical installation works, including LV/MV electrical distribution systems, switchgear, cable containment, cabling, lighting, and associated electrical services.
- Coordinate with other construction disciplines to resolve site clashes, technical issues, and installation constraints.
- Oversee inspection, testing, commissioning, defect rectification, and project handover activities.
3. Stakeholder & Contract Management
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, main contractors, subcontractors, and relevant authorities.
- Attend project coordination meetings, technical discussions, and progress reviews.
- Manage contractual obligations, variations, additional works, and project-related correspondence.
- Coordinate with the Quantity Surveyor on progress claims, variation orders, cost monitoring, and project financial performance.
- Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with all stakeholders.
4. Budget, Cost & Resource Management
- Prepare and monitor project budgets, cost forecasts, procurement schedules, and resource allocations.
- Control project expenditure and optimise manpower and material utilisation to achieve cost efficiency.
- Monitor subcontractor performance, material deliveries, and procurement activities to avoid project delays.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining project quality and safety standards.
- Ensure accurate and timely submission of project reports and relevant documentation.
5. Safety, Quality & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure electrical construction activities comply with applicable Singapore Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) requirements, electrical standards, and project specifications.
- Work closely with the WSH team to implement risk assessments, safe work procedures, and appropriate site safety measures.
- Coordinate with the relevant Licensed Electrical Workers (LEWs) for regulated electrical works, inspections, testing, and certification.
- Ensure proper quality control procedures, inspections, and documentation are implemented throughout the project.
- Promote a strong safety culture and maintain high workmanship standards across project teams.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in the construction industry, preferably in electrical installation or M&E construction projects.
- At least 3 years of experience in project management or a comparable project leadership role.
- Proven experience managing electrical construction projects in Singapore, preferably involving commercial buildings, industrial buildings, institutional developments, or infrastructure projects.
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical installations, power distribution systems, construction methodology, testing, and commissioning.
- Good understanding of Singapore construction practices, WSH requirements, electrical regulations, and relevant technical standards.
- Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, manpower, and site resources.
- Experience coordinating with main contractors, consultants, clients, and relevant authorities.
- Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively under tight project deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior project management experience with an established electrical or M&E contractor in Singapore.
- Experience in large-scale building or infrastructure construction projects.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, BIM coordination, and construction project documentation.
- Relevant project management certifications, such as PMP, will be an advantage.
- EMA Licensed Electrical Worker qualification will be an added advantage but is not mandatory.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for a hands-on and committed Project Manager who possesses strong electrical construction knowledge, takes ownership of project deliverables, and can effectively lead site teams to achieve project objectives.
The ideal candidate should demonstrate sound technical judgement, proactive problem-solving abilities, effective stakeholder management, and a proven track record of delivering construction projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
