Deputy General Manager (Electrical Engineering – Construction)

Salary

15,000 SGD 20,000 SGD

Industry

Civil Engineering/Architecture

Job Description

Our client, a prominent construction company, a well-established Japanese M&E subcontractor, is seeking a Deputy General Manager to support the Japanese General Manager in overseeing overall business operations in Singapore.

This role is a senior management position with a strong focus on contractual negotiations, stakeholder management, and operational governance, rather than pure site execution.

The successful candidate will play a key role in stabilizing current operations and contributing to the company's mid- to long-term growth in Singapore.

Responsibilities
1) Management & Leadership
-Act as the right-hand support to the General Manager, providing management support aligned with local business practices.
-Oversee company-wide operations across electrical, mechanical, EHS, and administrative functions.
-Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and construction quality.

2) Contract & Negotiation
-Lead negotiations with main contractors senior management on:
-Contract conditions and variations
-Additional works arising from design changes

3) Cost claims and budget adjustments
-Extension of time (EOT) and avoidance of liquidated damages
-Handle claims related to quality, safety, and responsibility allocation.

4) Project & Risk Management
-Support Project Managers in managing large-scale electrical projects (SGD 10M+).
-Provide guidance during critical incidents, accidents, or major delays, and lead recovery discussions with stakeholders.
-Propose Value Engineering (VE) solutions to balance cost efficiency and profitability.

5) Business Development (Future Scope)
-Build relationships with local main contractors.
-Support business development activities and contribute to new project acquisition.

Requirement

Requirements & Preferences

(Must)
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Extensive experience in electrical construction projects, including large-scale or complex developments.
- Demonstrated experience negotiating directly with senior management of main contractors.
- Senior leadership experience at Director level or equivalent, with oversight of multiple departments within a construction or M&E organization of 100 or more employees.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English and Mandarin for business purposes, to liaise with contractors, partners, and internal stakeholders where these languages are used.

(Advantageous)
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Licensed Electrical Worker (LEW) accreditation.
- Experience working within the Singapore and ASEAN construction markets.
- Familiarity with Japanese corporate governance structures and reporting practices.

English Level

-

Other Language

-

Benefit

What you will receive
- AWS
- Variable Bonus (Based on individual and company performance)
- Annual Leave: 14 days
- Medical Leave
- Comprehensive Medical Insurance coverage
- Petrol allowance (applicable if you own a car)
- Long Service Allowance: SGD 3,000 after 3 years, SGD 5,000 after 5 years

Working Hour

9:00 18:00

Holiday

-

Job Function