Job Description
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Associate Director – Mechanical to join our Building Services team in Singapore and become part of a network of over 400 Building Services Engineers across the Asia Pacific. Work with diverse clients on various projects, enhancing your technical skills. Be part of a motivated team in a supportive culture that values your contributions. We offer numerous technical and leadership challenges to help you grow professionally.
We are currently recruiting for Associate Director – Mechanical to join our Building Services team with broad experience in healthcare, commercial and mixed-development projects. This position will be based in our Singapore Office and reporting to General Manager, Built Form – Singapore.
About You
We’re looking for someone who loves to learn and share knowledge – someone who can bring a fresh perspective to ensure the development of the people around them and who constantly seeks better practice for the overall quality of our work and our client experience.
Your passion, design and problem-solving mindset will be matched with a desire to work on meaningful and significant projects with the team. If you enjoy working for an organization that values partnership, tenacity, enjoyment and cares for its people and clients, then look no further than Beca.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will be responsible to:
- Deliver operational excellence through the leadership and management of large-scale, complex mechanical projects and multi-job portfolios.
- Lead the development and delivery of robust, practical, and commercially viable mechanical solutions in accordance with project and client objectives.
- Provide technical governance and assurance, including review of designs, calculations, BIM outputs, and overall technical outcomes.
- Champion BIM and digital engineering initiatives, driving automation and productivity improvements across the construction lifecycle.
- Lead, mentor, and manage project teams, ensuring high standards of technical quality, programme delivery, and knowledge sharing.
- Act as a trusted technical advisor, building credibility and respect with clients through sound judgement and depth of expertise.
- Develop a strong understanding of client businesses and strategic drivers to deliver successful outcomes and support repeat and follow-on work.
- Manage and mitigate project risk through effective audit, commercial, and financial management practices.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders through clear presentations, reports, and professional representation.
Key Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- At least 10 years in an engineering consultancy environment, including leadership or supervisory roles.
- Strong background in HVAC and building services coordination, with experience across healthcare, commercial, hospitality, industrial, and education sectors.
- Certified Professional Engineer by PEB, Singapore will be an advantage
- Demonstrated depth of technical capability and practical application of mechanical engineering principles.
- A client-focused, delivery-oriented leadership style with a strong commitment to quality and outcomes.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external consultants.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement, and take initiative at a senior level.
Beca is one of Asia Pacific’s largest independent advisory, design and engineering consultancies. After a century of operation, we have grown from a family-owned business to one of the most progressive, client-centric professional services consultants in our region. We have more than 4,000 employees in 25 offices around the world and have delivered projects in more than 70 countries.
Our employee-ownership model remains key to our future. It underpins our commitment to building and sustaining long-term relationships with our clients, it helps drive our positive, purpose-driven and growth-oriented culture, it sets us apart from our competitors, and it gives meaning to our social contract.
‘Creative people together transforming our world’ is our vision. It reflects our culture, our aspirations and our purpose - to make every day better. We create value through understanding and delivering successful solutions, exceptional service and our enduring relationships and use our skills and systems to empower innovation; helping our clients shape communities, optimise their assets and streamline their operations. Find out more about us at www.beca.com.
What we offer
A career with Beca will provide you with:
- Flexibility & Wellbeing: We recognise that achieving a work-life balance is unique to everyone. Enjoy flexible working options to manage your personal and family priorities, along with dedicated leave for wellbeing and community engagement.
- Belonging & Ownership: Join a diverse and inclusive team where collaboration and creativity thrive. Bring your whole self to work and take advantage of unique shareholder opportunities to share in our collective success.
- Career Growth & Development: Your growth is our priority! Benefit from continuous learning and professional development and support for professional accreditation for team members, including pathways to Professional Engineer with PE Board, Singpore. Work alongside industry leaders and gain hands-on experience to unlock your career potential.
Ready to make a move?
We offer a comprehensive career growth and development programme along with a vibrant and supportive team environment. If you enjoy working for an organization that values partnership, tenacity, enjoyment and cares for its people and clients, then look no further than Beca.
If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for, apply now with your CV and cover letter online today.
Please include the following information in your resume:
- Education background
- Work experiences
- Reason(s) for leaving (if any)
- Current and Expected salary
- Date of availability / Notice Period
The Beca Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applications are kept strictly confidential.