Construction Manager - Utilities

JAC Recruitment; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 300,000,000 - 550,000,000; Full time

Job summary

JAC Recruitment is seeking a Construction Manager - Utilities to lead utilities infrastructure projects within industrial estate developments. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure timely and cost-efficient delivery.

The role requires a strong background in civil/MEP systems, 8+ years in utilities or construction PM, and a commitment to safety and quality. Heavy coordination with engineering, QA/QC, and external providers is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• At least 8 years in utilities, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or construction PM.
• PM or leadership experience in large-scale projects (≥500 ha).
• Strong knowledge of utility systems, construction methods, scheduling, and contractor mgmt.
• Leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, and stakeholder mgmt skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise utilities construction projects from initiation through completion.
• Oversee construction and installation of water supply, wastewater, electrical, and utility networks.
• Manage schedules, budgets, resources, contractors, and construction activities.
• Review drawings, specs, BOQs, contracts, and technical documents.
• Coordinate with engineering, QA/QC, consultants, and utility providers for proper execution.
• Monitor progress, testing, commissioning, and handover of utility systems.
• Identify and resolve technical, coordination, and site-related issues affecting quality, cost or schedule.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards, safety, environmental, and company requirements.
• Implement QC and risk management procedures and prepare progress reports.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project scheduling

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The Construction Manager - Utilities role leads utilities construction projects supporting industrial estate development from initial planning through to completion. The position is responsible for coordinating utility infrastructure, contractors, schedules, budgets, quality, and safety to support timely and cost-effective project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise utilities construction projects supporting industrial estate development from initiation through completion

• Oversee the construction and installation of water supply, wastewater, electrical, utility networks, and other supporting infrastructure

• Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, contractors, and construction activities to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery

• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, bills of quantities, contracts, and technical documents related to utility systems

• Coordinate with engineering, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing teams, Quality Assurance and Quality Control teams, consultants, contractors, utility providers, and other stakeholders to ensure the proper execution and integration of utility systems

• Monitor construction progress, installation quality, testing, commissioning, and the handover of utility systems

• Identify and resolve technical, coordination, and site-related issues that may affect project quality, cost, or schedules

• Ensure compliance with applicable technical standards, safety regulations, environmental requirements, utility requirements, and company standards

• Implement quality control and risk management procedures and prepare regular progress reports for management

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

• At least 8 years of experience in utilities, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, or construction project management, including at least 4 years in a managerial role

• Proven experience in industrial estate, utilities, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, or large-scale civil development projects covering at least 500 hectares

• Strong understanding of utility systems, construction methods, project scheduling, and contractor management

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills

• Excellent communication and coordination skills

• High integrity and a strong commitment to safety and quality

• Proven ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Project Management Professional certification or another relevant professional certification is preferred

About the company

A leading company operating in industrial estate development, property, and construction. The organisation develops and manages large-scale projects supported by integrated infrastructure and construction capabilities.