Project Engineer

Job Purpose

Responsible for site execution, technical coordination and installation supervision of ELV, Electronic Security, Fire Alarm and Fire Fighting systems, ensuring work is completed safely, as per approved drawings/specifications, quality standards and project schedules.

Roles and Responsibilities

Site Execution & Supervision

• Supervise technicians and subcontractors for ELV, Security and Fire Fighting installations.
• Ensure work follows approved drawings, BOQ and specifications.
• Monitor CCTV, Access Control, Fire Alarm wiring, installation and testing.
• Supervise Fire Fighting piping, fitment and pressure testing.
• Ensure HSE, quality and workmanship standards are maintained.
• Ensure timely correction of installation and quality issues.
• Coordinate Joint Measurements (JMS) and customer sign-offs.

Client Coordination & Progress Reporting

• Act as the primary technical contact for the customer at site.
• Prepare accurate Daily Progress Reports (DPR) covering progress, manpower, materials and issues.
• Conduct site inspections and coordinate stage-wise customer approvals.
• Escalate technical, material, manpower and schedule issues to the Project Manager.
• Maintain professional communication with customers and site stakeholders.

Technical Coordination & Site Engineering

• Read and interpret AutoCAD drawings, schematics and project documents.
• Coordinate technical clarifications and RFIs with the Engineering team.
• Identify and resolve site-level technical and interface clashes.
• Ensure installation follows approved drawings and specifications.
• Verify site measurements, quantities and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with other contractors to minimize conflicts and rework.

Material & Resource Management

• Verify material deliveries against BOQ and approved requirements.
• Track availability of critical materials for planned activities.
• Identify and escalate material shortages, damages and procurement delays.
• Coordinate technicians and subcontractors based on site priorities.
• Monitor manpower utilization and site productivity.

Testing, Commissioning & Handover Support

• Coordinate testing and preliminary checks of ELV, Security and Fire & Life Safety systems.
• Support pre-commissioning, commissioning and troubleshooting activities.
• Coordinate with vendors and technical specialists as required.
• Record test results and ensure defects are rectified.
• Track and close site snags.
• Support as-built drawings, test records and handover documentation.

Safety & Quality

• Ensure compliance with site HSE and safety requirements.
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents, near misses and site risks.
• Ensure installations meet approved quality and project standards.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure timely rectification.
• Support internal and customer site quality inspections.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Education: Bachelors Degree/Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or Instrumentation Engineering.
• Experience: 37 years of relevant site execution experience in ELV, Electronic Security, Fire Alarm and/or Fire Fighting systems.
• Strong knowledge of CCTV, Access Control, Fire Alarm and Fire Fighting systems; BMS/IBMS exposure is an advantage.
• Ability to read AutoCAD drawings, schematics, layouts and project documents.
• Experience in coordinating technicians, subcontractors, vendors and site stakeholders.
• Knowledge of BOQ, material verification, site measurements, testing and commissioning.
• Good English communication, reporting and team coordination skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Project Management or relevant product/system certifications are an advantage.