Currie & Brown Singapore is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer (Mechanical) to join our on-site supervision team for an 8-month contract. The successful candidate will represent Currie & Brown in ensuring that all mechanical works are executed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. You will play a key role in overseeing HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and other mechanical systems to support the delivery of our client's construction and infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
1. Site Supervision & Monitoring
- Supervise and monitor all on-site mechanical works, including HVAC systems, chilled water systems, ducting, plumbing and sanitary installations, fire protection systems, and mechanical equipment installation.
- Ensure contractors work complies with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and Singapore standards.
- Conduct regular site inspections to identify any defects, safety issues, or non-conformities.
2. Technical Support & Coordination
- Review mechanical shop drawings, material submissions, and method statements for compliance.
- Provide technical clarification and guidance to contractors for mechanical installation issues.
- Coordinate with the electrical, civil, architectural, and QS teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems.
3. Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Ensure all mechanical materials, workmanship, and installations meet Currie & Brown's quality expectations and client requirements.
- Work closely with contractors to maintain compliance with BCA, PUB, SCDF, NEA, and other relevant Singapore regulations.
- Monitor adherence to site safety standards and risk management procedures.
4. Testing & Commissioning
- Witness testing and commissioning of mechanical systems, including pressure testing, HVAC balancing, equipment performance testing, fire protection system checks, and overall MEP system integration.
- Review test reports and ensure rectification of defects.
- Confirm mechanical systems are performing as designed before handover.
5. Reporting & Documentation
- Prepare daily and weekly site progress reports for internal and client review.
- Maintain records of inspections, variation works, defects, and contractor activities.
- Assist the project manager with progress monitoring and identifying potential risks or delays.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant mechanical supervision experience in Singapore.
- Strong understanding of HVAC, plumbing, sanitary, fire protection, and mechanical building systems.
- Familiar with Singapore Codes of Practice, BCA requirements, and relevant authority submissions.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to resolve technical issues on-site.
Preferred Attributes
- Prior experience with engineering consultancy, project management, or supervision teams.
- Proactive, hands-on approach with strong commitment to quality and safety.
- Ability to represent Currie & Brown professionally and work independently in a fast-paced project environment.
