Assistant Engineering Manager

SMDC; Baliwag; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate developer in the Philippines is seeking a qualified individual to lead the Turnover Assistance Team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of construction management experience, strong leadership skills, and a valid engineering degree. Responsibilities include ensuring timely turnover of residential units and maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards. This role offers the chance to contribute to impactful projects within a dynamic company culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction management, including supervisory roles.
• Valid PRC license or equivalent is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead Turnover Assistance Team to ensure residential units reach Full Acceptance status.
• Monitor health and safety objectives for compliance.
• Supervise project site inspections to maintain quality standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Creativity in problem-solving

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Adaptability to change

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field

Tools

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

SM Development Corporation is one of the leading names in Philippine real estate, delivering high-quality, well-planned developments nationwide. Committed to building a nation of homeowners, we seek top-caliber talent ready to make an impact.

Why Build Your Career with Us

You’ll have the opportunity to build your career with a top residential developer. We provide access to continuous training and growth opportunities within a culture built on performance, discipline, and teamwork. Most importantly, you will contribute to high-impact projects that shape communities and create a real legacy.

Your Role, Your Impact

• Lead and manage the assigned Turnover Assistance Team (TOAST) to ensure residential units reach Full Acceptance (FA) status.
• Oversee the documentary close-out of projects and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Prepare and review reports on the status of residential units and project progress.
• Coordinate with engaged External Construction Management teams, contractor representatives, and other project staff to ensure smooth operations.

Reports to: Project Management Senior Manager / Project Management Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure timely turnover of residential units to BTG with a target average of four (4) FA units per workday.
• Supervise and ensure accurate review, consolidation, and submission of close-out documents to GPMC and Head Office.
• Lead project site walk-throughs and inspections to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Implement and monitor health and safety objectives, targets, and programs, promoting an accident-free workplace and compliance with statutory and legal requirements.
• Implement and monitor environmental protection objectives, targets, and programs, promoting an environment-friendly workplace and compliance with applicable laws.
• Address turnover and CRM issues raised by SAP/CRM coordinators promptly and effectively.
• Prepare necessary reports and provide updates to management.
• Perform other leadership duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Who We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or technical field from a reputable institution; valid PRC license or equivalent required.
• Preferably with at least 5 years of work experience in construction management of vertical and horizontal developments, including supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership, diplomatic, and motivational skills.
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment, demonstrating teamwork, innovation, and excellence.
• Excellent leadership, communication (written, verbal, and presentation), and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, decisive, and adaptable to change and competing demands.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Flexible with proven ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
• Proven ability to demonstrate a drive for results and accountability for business needs.

If you believe homes should inspire a life worth living—not just a place to be, then you’re one of the Good Guys we’re looking for.