Assistant General Manager / Senior Manager, Airfield & Utilities

About the role

As part of the Changi East Construction team, you will lead the planning, design development and delivery of airfield and sitewide utility infrastructure for Terminal 5 and associated Changi East projects. The team implements and integrates critical utility systems (power, water, sewerage, fire hydrant and gas networks) and airfield works, coordinating them so they are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with construction, operational and programme requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Lead planning, design and delivery of airfield and utility infrastructure, including electrical power distribution, water supply, sewerage, fire hydrant and gas systems.
• Manage consultants, contractors, utility agencies and multidisciplinary stakeholders on scope, schedule, cost, quality and safety.
• Oversee interfaces between airfield, terminal, landside and infrastructure developments and resolve technical, operational and programme challenges.
• Develop project delivery strategies, governance processes and risk mitigation plans.
• Engage regulatory authorities, public agencies and internal stakeholders to secure approvals and drive key decisions.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement to strengthen engineering practice, airfield operational readiness and utility resilience.

Required profile

• Degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 10-15 years of experience in planning, design or delivery of large-scale infrastructure, utility or engineering projects, leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven design and project management experience on large projects, preferably in aviation infrastructure.
• Experience in major transportation, airport, industrial or infrastructure developments is an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of utility infrastructure systems, project governance, contract management and construction delivery.
• Track record managing complex stakeholder relationships across interfacing projects.
• Leadership, communication and influencing skills; able to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.