Senior Design Engineer (Data Center Project)
LEIGHTON CONTRACTORS (ASIA) LIMITED (Singapore Branch)
6 hours ago
Posted date6 hours ago
N/A
Minimum levelN/A
EngineeringJob category
EngineeringProgram Management
Commercial Management
Engineering Management
HSE Management
Quality management
Stakeholder management
Risk Management
People Management
Requirements
- Study project charter and objectives; Gain an understanding of client requirements, financial / non-financial resources, risks and constraints etc.
- Review the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for relevant sections, divisions etc. created by team
- Anticipate assets and resource requirements for various sections / divisions of the project
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, secure approvals and drive timely availability of resources (financial, non-financial)
- Monitor and review the deployment of assets to verify their optimal usage
- Conduct cross-functional meetings with multiple stakeholders to integrate their working, anticipate potential issues / risks (such as to cost overrun, safety of teams, environmental compliance)
- Resolve such problems / risks , mediate conflicts (e.g. between safety and commercial) and escalate issues to supervisor for timely resolution
Commercial Management
- Analyse commercial scope, cost estimates, profitability targets, cash flow requirements, reporting requirements etc. of project module/ assigned project with Commercial Manager
- Identify potential issues that could adversely impact commercial parameters (such as profitability, cash flow, etc.) and recommend mitigation plans to supervisor
- Coordinate with various internal functions (such as finance, engineering, project teams) and external parties (such as contractors, sub-contractors clients) for execution of project activities
- Raise escalations to supervisor as needed to secure financial resources in a timely basis
- Report current status and forecast future of key financial metrics on project to supervisor on an ongoing basis
- Identify sub-contractors for outsourcing activities and secure approval on the selection of final sub-contractors
- Negotiate technical / commercial terms and conditions with contractors and sub-contractors to optimise operational costs
Engineering Management
- Understand drawings submitted by the Engineering Manager (such as permanent works engineering, installation engineering) and develop a comprehensive understanding of the implications for the project
- Participate in regular design reviews (such as for constructability), understand end-products of Engineering (such as 3-D modelling) and direct project team members to deliver as committed
- Monitor plans and deliverables in line with Engineering plans and resolve on-going issues that may arise
- Review key deliverables for adherence to quality and design requirements
HSE Management
- Incorporate HSE best-practices and norms in all operational activities and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Monitor compliance with HSE norms and guidelines and timely reporting of key metrics; Direct team to review deviations and track closure of non-compliances
- Oversee adoption of safety measures and safety practices through awareness sessions, training and participating in safety and strive-for-LIFE walks etc. across site
- Collaborate with team for identifying OFIs and identify preventive measures to avoid potential incidents
- Oversee smooth execution of inter-site and government safety audits; Provide relevant documentation and facilitate on-site inspection with support from Safety Officer; Monitor closure to non-compliances raised in audits if any
Quality management
- Coordinate with Quality Manager and oversee the deployment quality management systems
- Drive adherence to quality policies, procedures, guidelines etc. in day-to-day project activities; Coordinate for training of team for capability building
- Review quality-related metrics and submit report of critical quality parameters to supervisor on a timely basis
- Provide guidance to team to rectify any quality-related issues in execution by project / sub-contractor
- Review reports by internal / external quality inspectors and verify that non-compliances are closed out as planned
Stakeholder management
- Conduct periodic meetings with internal senior management staff to appraise them of developments on the project, highlight potential issues / risks proactively and to secure needed resources
- Network externally (informally and formally) with stakeholders to build relationships
- Conduct periodic meetings with clients on project status, discuss operational issues and drive resolution collaboratively
- Understand client expectations and align project delivery efforts to meet client requirements
- Coordinate for senior management engagement on project as needed to manage stakeholder expectations
- Conduct weekly meetings with sub-contractors/ Consultants to review day-to-day performance, escalate issues and improve service levels; Engage senior management to resolve complex issues as needed
Risk Management
- Identify project risks and opportunities for improvement across multiple dimensions such as financial, operational, safety, commercial etc.
- Provide inputs for development of risk management framework and drive mitigation of class 1 risks as key priority
- Drive achievement against mitigation plans to minimise impact of identified risk
- Update of risk management register on a timely and accurate basis
People Management
- Set objective goals, evaluate performance of subordinates and provide them regular feedback
- Identify performance gaps in subordinates and provide necessary support to close such gaps
- Recognise and encourage high performing subordinates
- Train and mentor subordinates on technical as well as behavioural aspects of their respective roles
- Provide opportunities to the team to develop their capabilities
- Resolve issues faced by subordinates
Requirements
- Total relevant experience: 15 years above
- Bachelor's degree of Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical)
- Knowledge of engineering, design and construction concepts and procedures Knowledge of financial processes
- Knowledge of risk management
- Knowledge of project engineering concepts
JOB SUMMARY
Senior Design Engineer (Data Center Project)
LEIGHTON CONTRACTORS (ASIA) LIMITED (Singapore Branch)
Singapore
6 hours ago
N/A
Full-time
Senior Design Engineer (Data Center Project)