PROJECT MANAGER

CIUDADES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION; Laguna; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the Philippines is seeking a highly organized Project Manager to lead housing development projects. The ideal candidate will manage all phases of project execution, from pre-construction to turnover, and coordinate various stakeholders. Requirements include a degree in Civil Engineering or related field and 5–8 years of relevant experience. This role offers an opportunity to drive strategic planning and process management within the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years experience managing medium to large-scale construction or real-estate development projects.
• Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of construction regulations and real estate development cycles.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of project execution from pre-construction planning to turnover.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including architects and engineers.
• Develop long-term project timelines and resource plans.
• Create and implement standardized systems and workflows.
• Manage project budgets and monitor vendor performance.
• Present project updates and maintain stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Leadership excellence

Planning and organizational skills

Risk management

Communication and negotiation

Tech-savvy with project management tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a highly organized and strategic Project Manager to lead and oversee the full lifecycle of our housing development project. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with exceptional planning, foresight, and system-building capabilities, able to streamline operations, anticipate risks, and drive cost-efficient, and high-quality project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Direction

• Lead all phases of project execution from pre-construction planning to turnover.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
• Establish and maintain a high-performance environment built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Strategic Planning & Foresight

• Develop long-term project timelines, milestones, and resource plans aligned with financial and operational goals.
• Conduct early risk identification and scenario planning to avoid setbacks and ensure seamless execution.

Systematization & Process Management

• Create, document, and implement standardized systems, workflows, SOPs, and reporting structures.
• Introduce tools and methods for monitoring progress, quality assurance, budget tracking, and change management.
• Optimize communication channels, documentation, and decision-making processes.

Budget & Procurement Oversight

• Work closely with finance and procurement teams to manage project budgets, cost estimations, and value engineering.
• Evaluate bids, negotiate contracts, and monitor vendor/contractor performance.

Stakeholder Management

• Present clear, data-driven project updates and recommendations to executives and investors.
• Maintain strong relationships with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
• Minimum 5–8 years experience managing medium to large-scale construction or real-estate development projects.
• Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of construction regulations, permitting processes, and real estate development cycles.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Leadership excellence: inspires, develops accountability, and builds team cohesion.
• Systems thinking and documentation discipline
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills
• Risk management and proactive problem-solving
• Data-driven decision-making and analytical mindset
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management
• Tech-savvy with project management tools (ex: Excel, Word, Powerpoint)