Design Manager

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage the design development and coordination for site-wide utilities infrastructure, including water supply, sewerage, drainage, electrical power, telecommunications, district cooling, gas, and other utility services.

• Coordinate with consultants, specialist designers, and subcontractors to ensure all utility designs are properly integrated with the overall project design and construction programme.

• Interface with relevant authorities and agencies to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and approval processes.

• Review design submissions, drawings, technical specifications, and method statements to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.

• Manage design interfaces between multiple packages and disciplines to minimise conflicts and ensure constructability.

• Work closely with the construction team to resolve design issues, manage design changes, and provide technical guidance during construction.

• Ensure design deliverables are produced in accordance with project schedules and quality standards.

• Facilitate technical meetings, design workshops, and coordination reviews with stakeholders, consultants, and contractors.

• Provide technical leadership in resolving complex engineering issues related to utilities integration and infrastructure systems.

• Ensure proper documentation, tracking, and closure of design comments and approvals.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Engineering recognised by the Professional Engineers Board (PEB) or qualification in a relevant engineering discipline acceptable to the Superintending Officer (S.O.).

• Preferably minimum 15 years of construction industry experience, with strong involvement in large-scale infrastructure or building projects.

• At least 10 years of experience in design management, particularly in major airport developments or complex building and infrastructure projects.

• Demonstrated experience in managing multi-disciplinary design coordination, including civil, structural, architectural, and MEP systems.

• Strong knowledge of site-wide utilities infrastructure systems and their integration within large developments.

• Familiarity with Singapore regulatory processes and authority submission procedures.

• Experience in managing design interfaces across multiple contractors, consultants, and stakeholders.

• Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills.

• Ability to manage complex technical issues and ensure timely resolution during both design and construction phases.

• Experience in BIM coordination and digital design management will be an advantage.