Site Manager Responsibilities – Underground Pipelaying (Sewer, Water, Electrical, Telecom)

1. Site Supervision & Daily Management

• Oversee daily site activities for trenching, pipe laying, conduit installation, and backfilling.
• Supervise site crews, subcontractors, and equipment operators to ensure work is performed safely and efficiently.
• Monitor adherence to construction drawings, specifications, and project schedule.

2. Coordination of Trades & Utilities

• Coordinate multiple utility installations (sewer, water, electrical, telecom) to avoid conflicts and rework.
• Sequence work to ensure proper installation order and minimize disruption.
• Liaise with utility companies for inspections, tie-ins, and service connections.

3. Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Compliance

• Enforce strict compliance with safety regulations (e.g., OSHA) and internal safety procedures.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks and site safety inspections.
• Ensure trench safety (shoring, shielding, sloping), safe use of machinery, and safe handling of materials.

4. Quality Control

• Ensure all installations meet quality standards, including pipe bedding, alignment, compaction, and jointing.
• Conduct or supervise inspections and tests such as pressure testing, mandrel testing, or CCTV surveys.
• Identify and correct non-conformities or defects during construction.

5. Resource Management

• Manage site materials, tools, and equipment, ensuring timely delivery and availability.
• Monitor labor and equipment productivity to optimize efficiency.
• Approve timesheets and coordinate workforce deployment.

6. Communication & Reporting

• Report daily progress, issues, and delays to the Project Manager or Engineer.
• Maintain accurate site records: daily logs, test results, photos, and permit documents.
• Facilitate regular site meetings with crews, subcontractors, and inspectors.

7. Problem Solving & Issue Resolution

• Address technical or logistical issues on-site quickly to minimize delays.
• Adjust schedules and crew assignments as needed to accommodate changes or emergencies.
• Coordinate with surveyors and engineers for on-site clarifications and rework.

8. Permit & Inspection Coordination

• Ensure required permits and approvals are available on-site.
• Arrange and facilitate inspections by municipal authorities and utility agencies.
• Support compliance with environmental and traffic control regulations.

POSITION SUMMARY :

Highly skilled Underground Pipe Laying Site Engineer (Night Shift) with hands-on experience in managing and executing underground utility works, including SPPG power cables, telecom ducts, water pipelines, and sewer systems. Responsible for overseeing all night-shift construction activities, ensuring adherence to engineering specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Proven ability to coordinate manpower, machinery, and subcontractors while maintaining high-quality workmanship and timely project progress. Strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead and manage site operations during critical night-shift conditions.

Job Roles & Responsibilities

1. Technical Supervision & Execution

• Manage and supervise night-shift underground utility works: SPPG (Power Cables), Telecom Ducts, Water Mains, and Sewer Pipelines.

• Ensure pipe-laying works follow approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and industry standards.

• Provide technical guidance to supervisors, foremen, and workers during night operations.

2. Planning & Coordination

• Plan daily work activities, manpower, equipment, and materials required for night shift.

• Coordinate with subcontractors, machinery operators, and utility teams to ensure smooth workflow.

• Assist the Project Manager/Construction Manager in preparing work schedules and resource allocation.

3. Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all night operations comply with WSH, LTA, PUB, SPPG, IMDA (Telecom), and Code of Practice requirements.

• Conduct safety briefings, risk assessments, and toolbox meetings before work starts.

• Monitor deep excavation, confined space, lifting operations, and traffic safety during night shifts.

4. Quality Assurance & Workmanship

• Verify line, level, gradient, and alignment of pipes using surveying tools and engineering standards.

• Inspect pipe jointing, duct installation, bedding, compaction, and reinstatement.

• Witness tests such as pressure tests, water-tightness tests, air tests, and CCTV inspections for sewer lines.

5. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare nightly progress reports, site measurement sheets, quality checklists, and as-built documentation.

• Record any issues, delays, utility clashes, or deviations from the plan.

• Handover detailed shift reports to the day team and project engineers.

6. Liaison & Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with utility authorities such as SPPG, PUB, LTA, IMDA, Telecom operators for inspections and approvals.

• Communicate site progress and technical issues to consultants, clients, and internal teams.

7. Problem Solving & Site Issue Handling

• Resolve technical issues on-site, including design discrepancies, utility conflicts, and ground condition challenges.

• Make quick engineering decisions to avoid delays while maintaining safety and compliance.

• Ensure proper protection of existing services during night excavation.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of underground services installation (Power, Water, Sewer, Telecom).

• Ability to read construction drawings and execute work with accuracy.

• Skilled in site coordination, technical supervision, and quality management.

• Familiar with permit-to-work systems and traffic management for night works.

• Good communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Project Manager Responsibilities – Underground Pipelaying (Sewer, Water, Electrical& Telecom)

1. Project Planning & Coordination

• Develop detailed project execution plans and timelines for sewer, water, and electrical utility installation.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, and survey teams to finalize routing and layout.
• Plan for trenching, shoring, dewatering, and backfilling operations.

2. Permit & Regulatory Compliance

• Obtain necessary permits and approvals from local municipalities and utility agencies.
• Ensure all work complies with environmental, health, and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, local codes).
• Coordinate utility locates (e.g., 811 services) to avoid damage to existing infrastructure.

3. Site Supervision & Crew Management

• Oversee daily site operations and manage foremen, subcontractors, and equipment operators.
• Monitor trench safety, pipe handling, and bedding/backfill procedures.
• Enforce safety protocols and conduct toolbox talks and site inspections.

4. Budget & Cost Control

• Track project costs, labor hours, material usage, and equipment utilization.
• Manage vendor contracts and approve purchase orders and invoices.
• Identify potential cost overruns early and implement corrective measures.

5. Quality Control

• Ensure proper installation of sewer, water, and conduit systems per project specs and standards.
• Coordinate pressure testing, mandrel testing, CCTV inspection (for sewer), and commissioning activities.
• Maintain detailed records of installations, inspections, and approvals.

6. Stakeholder & Client Communication

• Act as the point of contact for clients, municipal inspectors, utility companies, and consultants.
• Conduct regular site meetings to provide updates, resolve issues, and ensure alignment.
• Manage change orders and scope adjustments in a timely manner.

7. Scheduling & Logistics

• Sequence construction activities to avoid conflicts between sewer, water, and electrical installations.
• Schedule delivery of materials such as pipes, fittings, conduit, and backfill.
• Manage utility shutdowns, tie-ins, and live connections with minimal disruption.

8. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain project documentation including daily reports, safety records, test results, and redlines.
• Prepare progress reports and submit required documentation to authorities and clients.
• Ensure proper as-built records and handover packages are completed.