Project Manager - M&E

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

• Lead end-to-end delivery of fit-out and AEI works within an operational manufacturing facility
• Plan, coordinate, and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources
• Ensure minimal disruption to ongoing plant operations during project execution
• Review design, method statements, and technical submissions from contractors
• Proactively identify and pursue refurbishment, upgrading, and improvement opportunities across the site, including developing technical and commercial proposals to generate additional project works and revenue

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Act as the primary interface with the client, providing regular updates and managing expectations
• Liaise with various client functions (e.g., operations, production, EHS, QA/QC, facilities) to align project requirements
• Coordinate closely with the IFM team to ensure integration with existing systems and site constraints
• Lead meetings, progress reviews, and reporting to senior stakeholders

Safety & Compliance (Critical Focus)

• Champion a strong safety culture across all project activities
• Ensure all works comply with site EHS standards, permit-to-work systems, and regulatory requirements
• Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and safety reviews
• Enforce strict adherence to safe work procedures, especially in high-risk environments (live plant, confined spaces, lifting operations, etc.)
• Stop unsafe work where necessary and drive corrective actions

Contractor & Site Management

• Manage contractors, vendors, and subcontractors on-site
• Review and approve method statements, risk assessments (RA), and safe work procedures (SWP)
• Monitor site progress, workmanship, and quality of installation
• Resolve site issues, clashes, and technical challenges promptly

Coordination & Integration

• Ensure coordination between M&E systems, architectural works, and process requirements
• Work closely with IFM to align with existing utilities, maintenance practices, and shutdown windows
• Support planning and execution of shutdown / tie-in works where required

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including schedules, reports, and trackers
• Provide clear and structured progress reporting to client and internal stakeholders
• Track risks, issues, and mitigation plans

Requirements

Experience & Skills

• Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Building Services Engineering or related field
• Proven experience in project management within manufacturing, industrial, or mission-critical environments
• Strong background in fit-out, AEI works, or brownfield projects
• Familiarity with live plant operations and constraints

Technical & Professional Competencies

• Strong understanding of M&E systems (HVAC, electrical, utilities, etc.)
• Experience working with IFM teams or facilities management environments
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities simultaneously

Safety Mindset (Non-Negotiable)

• Demonstrated strong commitment to safety leadership
• Familiar with permit-to-work systems, risk assessments, and EHS compliance
• Willing to enforce safety standards firmly, even under pressure

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-driven
• Strong ownership and accountability
• Comfortable working in a site-based, fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with strong coordination skills

Location

Based full-time at Tuas manufacturing site