A listed Hong Kong construction enterprise with a decades-long reputation for quality, innovation, and excellence in the built environment is seeking a highly experienced Electrical and Mechanical Inspector to join their site team on a temporary or contract basis. Shui On Construction Company Limited, a member of SOCAM Development Limited listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, currently requires a senior-level E&M Inspector with a minimum of ten years of relevant site experience including at least five years of post-qualification experience in electrical or mechanical inspection work to take responsibility for the site inspection of all electrical and mechanical services installations across their construction projects. This is a technically demanding, documentation-intensive, and professionally senior role that requires a Diploma or Higher Certificate in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, the relevant HKDSE or HKCEE language qualification, and a proven track record in E and M services site inspection and work progress monitoring within Hong Kong’s construction industry. With an estimated competitive monthly salary of HKD $35,000 to $55,000 based on current Hong Kong E&M inspection market benchmarks for this seniority level, this electrical and mechanical inspector job in Hong Kong is a high-value contract or temporary opportunity for an experienced, qualified, and professionally credible E&M professional ready to contribute immediately to a well-resourced and reputable construction operation.
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Company Overview
Shui On Construction Company Limited is a member of SOCAM Development Limited, a company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange with a strong presence in Hong Kong’s property development and construction industry. Operating under the guiding principles of Innovation, Quality, and Excellence, Shui On Construction is committed to sustainable development, continuous innovation, and the delivery of built environments that serve the needs of people, community, and environment across every project they undertake. The company has built its industry reputation on a solid foundation of technical capability, quality management, and professional integrity spanning decades of active construction operation in Hong Kong. SOCAM Development Limited is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes applications from qualified professionals of all backgrounds and retains applicant personal data for up to 24 months for recruitment and employment-related purposes, after which all personal data is destroyed in accordance with their data management policy. Further information about the company is available at socam.com.
Key Responsibilities
Site Inspection of Electrical and Mechanical Services:
- Conduct comprehensive and technically rigorous site inspections of all electrical and mechanical services works and installations across the assigned construction project, ensuring every aspect of the E&M services installation is carried out in full compliance with the approved drawings, specifications, contract documents, and all applicable Hong Kong statutory and regulatory requirements governing electrical and mechanical engineering work in the construction environment
- Inspect all stages of E&M services installation work including but not limited to electrical distribution systems, lighting installations, power supply systems, earthing and bonding works, mechanical ventilation and air conditioning systems, fire services installations, plumbing and drainage systems, and any other electrical or mechanical building services forming part of the project scope, applying ten or more years of site inspection expertise to every assessment conducted throughout the contract period
- Identify, document, and formally report all non-conformances, defects, installation deviations, and quality issues observed during site inspections, communicating findings clearly and professionally to the relevant contractors, site supervisors, and project management team members through the correct reporting channels and following up to verify that all identified issues are rectified to the required standard before sign-off proceeds
- Verify the quality, specification compliance, and installation workmanship of all E&M materials, equipment, and components installed on site, checking against approved material submittals and shop drawings to ensure that only specified and approved items are incorporated into the permanent works
Documentation Preparation and Management:
- Prepare all relevant inspection documents, inspection request forms, defect lists, non-conformance reports, inspection and test records, and other E&M services site documentation required by the project’s quality management system, contractual obligations, and statutory submission requirements in a timely, accurate, and professionally formatted manner
- Maintain complete, organized, and up-to-date records of all E&M services inspection activities conducted throughout the project, ensuring the documentation trail is sufficient to support quality audits, statutory submissions, handover procedures, and any disputes or contractual queries that may arise during or after the construction phase
- Assist in the preparation and review of method statements, inspection and test plans, and quality control procedures applicable to E&M services installation work, contributing technical inspection expertise to the development and implementation of the project’s E&M quality assurance framework
- Process and manage inspection documentation in both English and Chinese as required by the project’s document management requirements and the bilingual communication standards applicable to Hong Kong construction project administration
Work Progress Monitoring:
- Monitor the on-site work progress of all electrical and mechanical services installations against the approved programme schedule, identifying any delays, bottlenecks, resource shortfalls, or sequencing conflicts that may impact the E&M installation programme and reporting these to the project manager and relevant parties with sufficient lead time for corrective action to be taken
- Coordinate with E&M subcontractors, main contractor site teams, and other building services disciplines to facilitate smooth and correctly sequenced installation progress across all E&M systems, minimizing interface conflicts and ensuring the E&M works proceed in alignment with the overall construction programme
- Attend site meetings, coordination meetings, and progress review meetings as required, contributing technically informed and accurately documented E&M inspection and progress input to the meeting agenda and follow-up action items
Qualifications
What Shui On Construction Company Limited is Looking For:
- A Diploma or Higher Certificate in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or an equivalent qualification in a directly relevant engineering discipline is required as the minimum academic qualification for this senior E&M Inspector position
- Level 2 or above in both Chinese Language and English Language in the HKDSE examination, or Grade E or above in both subjects in the HKCEE examination, or an equivalent bilingual language qualification is required in addition to the engineering diploma or higher certificate
- A minimum of ten years of relevant site experience in electrical and mechanical services inspection, installation supervision, or a closely related E&M construction site role within the Hong Kong construction industry is required, with at least five of those ten years constituting post-qualification experience in the specific capacity of electrical or mechanical inspection work at a level commensurate with the seniority and technical demands of this position
- Comprehensive technical knowledge of Hong Kong’s regulatory framework, statutory requirements, codes of practice, and quality standards applicable to electrical and mechanical building services installations in commercial, residential, and public works construction environments
- Strong personal attention to detail and professional thoroughness in the conduct of site inspections, documentation preparation, and non-conformance reporting, with the technical credibility and experienced judgment to identify installation defects, specification deviations, and workmanship quality issues accurately and consistently across all E&M systems within the project scope
- Good command of both written and spoken Chinese and English with the bilingual professional communication skills required to prepare inspection documents, report technical findings, liaise with contractors and consultants, and participate effectively in site meetings across the full range of project stakeholders typically encountered on a major Hong Kong construction project
- Proficiency in standard computer applications relevant to construction site documentation, inspection record management, and progress reporting including Microsoft Office and any project-specific document management systems applicable to the assignment
- A proven track record of professional integrity, reliable attendance, and consistent high-quality inspection performance across previous E&M site inspection appointments in Hong Kong’s construction industry, with the personal accountability and technical authority that a senior inspection role within a listed construction enterprise requires
Employment Details:
- Employment type: Temporary or Contract
- Location: Hong Kong construction project site
- Interested candidates should state current and expected salary in their application along with a contact telephone number
Benefits and Perks
Joining Shui On Construction Company Limited as an Electrical and Mechanical Inspector on a temporary or contract basis means contributing your senior inspection expertise to one of Hong Kong’s most established and professionally respected listed construction enterprises. Here is what comes with this contract position:
- An estimated competitive monthly salary of HKD $35,000 to $55,000 based on current Hong Kong construction and engineering market benchmarks for senior E&M Inspector roles requiring ten or more years of relevant site experience including five or more years of post-qualification inspection experience, with actual remuneration determined through direct negotiation based on the candidate’s specific qualifications, technical depth, and relevant experience portfolio
- Work within the professionally structured and quality-focused project environment of a listed Hong Kong construction enterprise operating under the principles of Innovation, Quality, and Excellence, with access to the organizational resources, management support, and quality management systems that a company of SOCAM Development Limited’s standing brings to every construction project it undertakes
- A technically senior and professionally credible contract role that recognizes and utilizes the full depth of the candidate’s ten-plus years of E&M inspection experience, placing them in a position of genuine technical authority and responsibility across all electrical and mechanical services inspection and monitoring activities within the project
- Exposure to the construction practices, quality management systems, and project delivery standards of one of Hong Kong’s most recognized listed construction groups, providing valuable professional experience and industry networking opportunities for experienced E&M inspection professionals building their contract career portfolio in Hong Kong’s active construction market
- An equal opportunity employment environment within a company that values professional competence, technical integrity, and the contribution of experienced engineering professionals from all backgrounds across their construction project teams
How to Apply
Shui On Construction Company Limited is actively recruiting for this Electrical and Mechanical Inspector temporary or contract position and welcomes applications from qualified and experienced E&M inspection professionals who meet the technical, academic, and experience requirements outlined in this posting.
To apply, click the Apply Now button on the current job listing and submit your full resume clearly stating your current monthly salary, expected monthly salary, and a contact telephone number where the recruitment team can reach you to discuss the role and your application in further detail. Please ensure your resume accurately reflects your engineering qualifications, bilingual language examination results, total years of relevant E&M site inspection experience, and the specific post-qualification inspection experience you bring at the level required for this senior position.
Please note that all personal data provided through this application will be used for recruitment and employment-related purposes only, will be retained for up to 24 months, and will be fully destroyed thereafter in accordance with SOCAM Development Limited’s personal data management policy. For further information about the company and its construction operations please visit socam.com before submitting your application.
Shui On Construction Company Limited operates at the top of Hong Kong’s construction industry and they are looking for an E&M Inspector whose professional standards, technical experience, and personal integrity match that level. If you hold the required engineering diploma, meet the language qualification requirements, bring ten or more years of relevant site inspection experience including the required five years of post-qualification E&M inspection work, and are available for a temporary or contract appointment in Hong Kong, submit your full resume with current and expected salary today and take the next step in a senior E&M inspection career with one of Hong Kong’s most respected listed construction enterprises.



