You will be part of a specialised team driving the development of Singapore's underground master plan and space optimisation initiatives. This role involves close collaboration with land planners and infrastructure agencies to shape policies and technical frameworks that will define how Singapore utilises its underground space for future urban development.

Urban Redevelopment Authority
Senior/Civil Engineer (Engineering Services)
Permanent/Contract
Closing on 13 Apr 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
You will focus on facilitating the planning, design, and implementation of integrated and co-located underground developments. Your work will include providing engineering and geotechnical expertise for complex underground projects, overseeing technical feasibility studies of infrastructural facilities, and conducting quantitative analyses to optimise space utilisation. You will prepare technical reports, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and support policy development that enables innovative underground infrastructure solutions.
What we are looking for
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and a strong foundation in civil/structural engineering works, including infrastructure and services planning and geotechnical works.
• You should possess excellent quantitative and analytical skills, including economic and financial analysis capabilities, along with proficiency in GIS, CAD, and BIM software.
• Strong project management abilities, excellent communication and report writing skills, and the capacity to work independently under tight deadlines are essential.
• Knowledge of electrical transmission infrastructure, spatial equipment arrangement, and M&E systems would be advantageous.
About your application process
This job is closing on 13 Apr 2026.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Urban Redevelopment Authority or the wider Public Service.
About Urban Redevelopment Authority
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is Singapore's national land use planning authority. URA prepares long term strategic plans, as well as detailed local area plans, for physical development, and then co-ordinates and guides efforts to bring these plans to reality. Prudent land use planning has enabled Singapore to enjoy strong economic growth and social cohesion, and ensures that sufficient land is safeguarded to support continued economic progress and future development.
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