Senior Principal Engineer (Civil & Structural Engineering)
Quick Summary
[What the role is]The Senior Principal Engineer (Civil & Structural) serves as the Division's principal technical authority on civil and structural (C&S) engineering,
Responsibilities
~2 min read- →Provide strategic C&S technical advisory across all projects undertaken by the Division, guiding Project Teams on structural design principles, engineering standards, and best practices to improve the quality and safety of Community Centre and integrated development projects.
- →Oversee the review and evaluation of structural drawings and consultant submissions, assessing their technical adequacy, compliance with relevant codes and regulations, and alignment with project requirements, and providing clear recommendations to Project Teams and the Director.
- →Direct site inspections and quality assessments of C&S-related site works across PA's building and upgrading projects, identifying non-conformances, issuing technical directives, and ensuring corrective actions are implemented to maintain construction quality and structural safety.
- →Lead project teams as Project Team Lead for complex projects such as integrated developments and community hubs as directed by the Director, overseeing the full project lifecycle from planning and design through to construction, handover, and account finalisation, and ensuring delivery within schedule, budget, and quality parameters.
- →Establish and maintain C&S engineering standards and guidelines for the Division, developing technical frameworks, standard specifications, and quality assurance protocols to strengthen governance and consistency across all projects.
- →Engage and manage consultants and contractors on C&S engineering matters, evaluating their technical proposals, monitoring performance, and resolving complex technical disputes or issues to safeguard PA's interests.
- →Drive governance and compliance by ensuring all C&S works comply with relevant authorities' requirements, Singapore Standards, Codes of Practice, and PA's internal procurement and financial procedures, and assisting in audits as required.
- →Build C&S capability within the Division by sharing technical knowledge, mentoring Project Managers on engineering matters, and keeping abreast of industry developments, emerging construction technologies, and regulatory changes relevant to PA's infrastructure portfolio.
Requirements
~1 min readRegistration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the branch of Civil Engineering with Professional Engineers Board (PEB).
Minimum - 12 years working experience in related infrastructure/ building field with good knowledge of architectural design, space planning, project management, building regulations, construction.
Desired - More than 15 years of relevant experience in civil and structural engineering, including experience leading C&S engineering functions or serving as Project Lead for complex projects such as integrated developments, community hubs, or large-scale public infrastructure.
Only shortlisted candidates whose qualifications and experience best meet our requirements will be contacted.
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Listing Details
- Posted
- September 19, 2026
- First seen
- October 3, 2026
- Last seen
- October 3, 2026
Posting Health
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- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 19%
- Scored at
- October 3, 2026
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