Job Summary
The Project Engineer is responsible for the planning,coordination, execution, and completion of Mechanical & Electrical(M&E) works for construction projects. The role involves close coordinationwith clients, consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and internal constructionteams to ensure M&E works are executed safely, on schedule, within budget,and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and projectrequirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project & Site Execution
Assist the Project Manager / M&E Manager in planning and executing M&E works from construction through testing, commissioning, and handover.
Coordinate and supervise M&E installation activities on site.
Ensure works are carried out according to approved drawings, specifications, method statements, project requirements, and applicable codes and standards.
Monitor daily site progress and identify potential delays, constraints, or interface issues.
Coordinate manpower, materials, equipment, and subcontractor activities to meet the project schedule.
Conduct regular site inspections to verify workmanship and installation quality.
2. M&E Coordination
Coordinate M&E services with architectural, structural, cleanroom, process, and other disciplines.
Review M&E drawings, shop drawings, coordination drawings, and construction details.
Identify clashes, discrepancies, and constructability issues and coordinate their resolution before installation.
Participate in coordination meetings with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
Coordinate builder's works requirements such as openings, sleeves, embedded items, equipment foundations, access requirements, and penetrations.
Ensure proper coordination of ceiling services and congested M&E areas.
3. Technical & Engineering Support
Review technical submissions, material submissions, equipment data sheets, shop drawings, and method statements.
Raise and follow up on RFIs and technical clarifications.
Ensure materials and equipment installed on site comply with approved submissions and project specifications.
Support engineering calculations, equipment selection, and technical evaluations where required.
Maintain updated construction drawings and ensure site teams are working from the latest approved revisions.
4. M&E Systems
The Project Engineer may be required to coordinate systemsincluding, but not limited to:
Mechanical
HVAC and ventilation systems
Chilled water systems
Process cooling water
Exhaust systems
Cleanroom HVAC and environmental control
Compressed air and process utilities
Plumbing and sanitary systems
Fire protection systems
Electrical
LV electrical distribution
Transformers, switchboards and distribution boards
Power and control cabling
Lighting and small power
UPS and emergency power systems
Earthing and lightning protection
ELV systems
Fire alarm systems
BMS / FMCS / control systems
5. Testing & Commissioning
Coordinate inspection, testing, and commissioning activities for M&E systems.
Prepare and maintain inspection and testing records.
Coordinate pre-commissioning checks, functional testing, integrated testing, and system commissioning.
Track defects, punch lists, and outstanding works through closure.
Support system demonstrations and final handover to the client / facility team.
Assist in compiling commissioning records, O&M manuals, warranties, certificates, and handover documentation.
6. Project Planning & Progress
Assist in preparing and updating M&E work schedules.
Monitor actual progress against the approved construction programme.
Prepare short-term look-ahead schedules and identify upcoming work fronts and constraints.
Coordinate material and equipment delivery schedules with procurement and subcontractors.
Highlight potential delays and propose mitigation / recovery actions.
7. Quality & Safety
Ensure all M&E works comply with project QA/QC requirements.
Coordinate inspections with QA/QC personnel, consultants, and clients.
Ensure inspection requests and relevant documentation are completed before subsequent works proceed.
Work closely with the site safety team to ensure M&E activities comply with project EHS requirements.
Participate in risk assessments, method statement reviews, toolbox meetings, and site safety inspections.
Immediately highlight unsafe conditions or activities and support corrective actions.
8. Subcontractor & Vendor Management
Coordinate and supervise M&E subcontractors and vendors.
Monitor subcontractor progress, manpower, productivity, quality, and compliance.
Review subcontractor work sequences and ensure proper interface between different trades.
Follow up on material submissions, procurement, fabrication, delivery, installation, testing, and commissioning.
Verify completed works and assist in evaluating subcontractor progress claims where required.
9. Documentation & Reporting
Prepare daily / weekly progress updates and reports.
Maintain records of drawings, RFIs, technical submissions, inspections, testing, and commissioning activities.
Track M&E outstanding issues and ensure timely closure.
Assist in preparing as-built drawings and project handover documentation.
Maintain proper documentation and records throughout the project lifecycle.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent.
Preferably 2–5 years of relevant experience in M&E construction, building services, industrial, semiconductor, cleanroom, or high-tech facility projects.
Fresh graduates with strong technical fundamentals may also be considered for junior positions.
Good understanding of M&E installation and construction practices.
Able to read and interpret M&E drawings, specifications, schematics, and technical documentation.
Familiarity with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is required.
Experience with BIM / Revit / Navisworks will be an advantage.
Familiarity with project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera will be an advantage.
Knowledge of Singapore construction practices, codes, authority requirements, and workplace safety requirements will be an advantage.
Experience in semiconductor, cleanroom, data centre, pharmaceutical, or other high-tech projects will be highly advantageous.
Key Competencies
Strong technical and problem-solving ability
Good M&E coordination skills
Strong site execution and follow-up
Able to work in a fast-paced project environment
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Able to coordinate effectively with multiple trades and stakeholders
Detail-oriented with good documentation discipline
Strong sense of ownership and accountability
Safety and quality conscious
Able to work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary project team
Founded in 2000, the IAQ Group is a Malaysia-based leading Total Facilities Solutions Provider with over 23 years of technical excellence in Hi-Tech facilities solutions through various service models.
23 years of technical excellence through various service model with global presence across 7 countries