Associate Director, Mechanical Engineering

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Mechanical Engineering to lead complex, high-value projects and drive the continued growth of Black & White Engineering in Singapore and the wider APAC region. This role will oversee multi-disciplinary teams delivering technically challenging projects, particularly within mission-critical environments such as data centres. You will play a key role in client engagement, project delivery, team leadership, and business development. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of mechanical engineers, overseeing all day-to-day people management responsibilities. • Drive team performance, utilisation, and project delivery in line with business targets. • Contribute to workforce planning, recruitment, and capability development in Singapore. Project & Technical Delivery • Provide senior technical leadership across projects, ensuring high-quality engineering solutions. • Lead end-to-end project delivery, ensuring client requirements are met on time, within scope, and within budget. • Act as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring strong stakeholder relationships across developers, contractors, and consultants. • Oversee design reviews, technical compliance, and coordination across disciplines. Commercial & Financial Management • Take ownership of project financial performance, including cost control, profitability, and risk management. • Lead feasibility studies, prepare and review fee proposals, and support bid submissions. • Monitor team financials (utilisation, revenue, margins) and take corrective action where required. Business Development & Strategy • Support the growth of B&W Engineering in Singapore by contributing to client development and market expansion. • Identify new business opportunities within the data centre and mission-critical sectors. • Represent the company in industry forums and client engagements. Leadership Contribution • Act as a key member of the Singapore leadership team. • Contribute to strategic planning, operational excellence, and regional alignment. Qualifications & Experience • Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng/BSc or equivalent). • Chartered Engineer status (CEng, PE Singapore, or equivalent) preferred. • Minimum 10–15 years’ experience in mechanical (MEP) design consultancy. • Proven experience delivering complex MEP projects, ideally in: Data Centres / Mission Critical Facilities, Commercial or large-scale infrastructure projects • Strong knowledge of relevant design standards, including Singapore codes and regulations (e.g. BCA, SS standards). What's In It For You • Work on high-profile data centre and mission critical projects • Be part of a growing APAC team with international exposure • Competitive compensation package (commensurate with experience) • Opportunities for growth and development within a global consultancy