Project Manager

Firstlead Inc.; Pasig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Firstlead Inc. is seeking an experienced project management professional to lead planning, execution, and turnover of multiple projects in Metro Manila. The role emphasizes tight coordination with management, consultants, and suppliers to deliver on time and within scope.

The ideal candidate will ensure quality standards, manage risks, and drive efficiency across construction activities while leading a team of officers and site supervisors in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Project management skills and leadership ability
• Budgeting and cost-control know-how
• Contractor, vendor and stakeholder management
• Construction quality assurance and technical oversight
• Team leadership and resource management
• Reporting, compliance and documentation

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning from concept through design, construction and turnover.
• Prepare and manage budgets, evaluate BOQ/BOM and contractor proposals.
• Select and monitor contractors, negotiate terms, ensure compliance and resolve issues.
• Oversee construction activities, quality audits, testing, commissioning and turnover.
• Supervise project staff, allocate resources and drive safety and performance.
• Prepare status and completion reports, maintain records and identify process improvements.

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Planning, Development & Execution

• a. Lead project planning from concept development through design, construction, and final project turnover.
• b. Develop project scopes, implementation plans, schedules, milestones, and resource requirements.
• c. Establish project objectives, timelines, budgets, and performance targets.
• d. Monitor project progress and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• e. Coordinate with management, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders throughout project implementation.
• f. Conduct regular site inspections and project reviews to ensure compliance with approved plans and specifications.
• g. Manage project risks and implement corrective actions to address delays, cost overruns, or operational issues.

2. Budget Management & Cost Control

• a. Prepare, review, and manage project budgets and cost estimates.
• b. Evaluate Bills of Quantities (BOQ), Bills of Materials (BOM), project quotations, and contractor proposals.
• c. Analyze project costs and recommend cost-saving measures without compromising quality.
• d. Monitor project expenditures and ensure projects remain within approved budgets.
• e. Review and recommend contractor billing, variation orders, and project claims.
• f. Ensure proper utilization of project resources and materials.

3. Contractor, Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• a. Lead contractor selection, negotiation, evaluation, and performance monitoring.
• b. Ensure contractors comply with project specifications, quality standards, schedules, and contractual obligations.
• c. Resolve project-related concerns, disputes, and implementation issues.
• d. Coordinate with landlords, property managers, government agencies, consultants, and external stakeholders when necessary.
• e. Protect company interests by ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and project agreements.

4. Construction & Quality Management

• a. Oversee all construction, fit-out, renovation, repair, and maintenance activities.
• b. Ensure workmanship, materials, and deliverables comply with approved plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• c. Conduct project inspections, quality audits, testing, commissioning, and turnover activities.
• d. Identify project risks, defects, and deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• e. Ensure project punch listing and close-out activities are completed efficiently.

5. Team Leadership & Resource Management

• a. Lead and supervise Project Officers, Site Supervisors, contractors, and multi-skilled workers.
• b. Manage manpower allocation, productivity, and resource planning across multiple projects.
• c. Provide guidance, coaching, and performance management to project team members.
• d. Promote collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence within the project team.
• e. Ensure workplace safety compliance and implementation of company safety policies.

6. Reporting, Compliance & Documentation

• a. Prepare project status reports, accomplishment reports, executive updates, and completion reports.
• b. Maintain project records including plans, permits, contracts, quotations, inspection reports, and project documentation.
• c. Monitor compliance with company policies, government regulations, building codes, and safety standards.
• d. Present project updates, risks, and recommendations to management.
• e. Identify opportunities for process improvements, operational efficiencies, and cost optimization.