Assistant Engineer

Assistant Engineer – Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Engineer
Department: Engineering / Projects
Reports To: Project Manager / Project Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Singapore

Job Summary

The Assistant Engineer will support the Project Manager and engineering team in the planning, coordination, execution, and completion of engineering and building-services projects. The role involves site coordination, preparation of technical documentation, monitoring of work progress, quality control, and coordination with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project & Site Coordination

• Assist the Project Manager in managing day-to-day project activities.
• Coordinate site works with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and other trades.
• Monitor work progress against project schedules and planned milestones.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure works are carried out according to approved drawings and specifications.
• Identify site issues and assist in implementing corrective actions.

2. Engineering & Technical Support

• Review construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Assist in preparing shop drawings, as-built drawings, method statements, and technical submissions.
• Assist with calculations, measurements, material take-offs, and Bills of Quantities (BQ).
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for site-related engineering issues.
• Ensure installation works comply with relevant codes, standards, specifications, and project requirements.

3. Testing & Commissioning

• Assist in planning and coordinating testing and commissioning activities.
• Prepare and maintain testing and commissioning records.
• Assist with equipment testing, inspection, and performance verification.
• Coordinate rectification of defects identified during testing and commissioning.

4. Quality & Safety

• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with the company's Quality Management System and project requirements.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining inspection and quality-control documentation.
• Ensure site activities comply with workplace safety requirements and approved Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Report unsafe conditions, defects, and non-conformities to the Project Manager.

5. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare daily/weekly project progress reports.
• Maintain project records, drawings, inspection forms, test reports, and other technical documentation.
• Assist in preparing material submissions, inspection requests, and work completion documentation.
• Maintain proper records of project variations, site instructions, and rectification works.

6. Procurement & Material Coordination

• Assist in preparing material requisitions and purchase requests.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding material availability, delivery schedules, and technical specifications.
• Check delivered materials against approved specifications and quantities.
• Monitor material usage and minimize wastage.

7. Client & Consultant Coordination

• Attend site meetings and coordination meetings when required.
• Liaise professionally with clients, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Assist in responding to technical queries and requests for information.
• Follow up on outstanding comments, inspections, and approvals.

Key Competencies

• Engineering and technical knowledge
• Project coordination
• Site supervision
• Problem solving
• Quality awareness
• Safety awareness
• Documentation and reporting
• Communication and teamwork
• Time management
• Attention to detail

Working Conditions

• Primarily site and project-based work.
• May be required to work outside normal working hours depending on project requirements.
• Occasional travel between project sites, suppliers, and client locations may be required.