Assistant Director (Gombak Development)

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is seeking a Project Manager to lead major infrastructure projects. You will oversee the implementation efforts, manage vendors, and coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience in project management, particularly in large-scale infrastructure and construction. Strong leadership, adaptability, and strategic communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of relevant experience in project management and large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience with mega-scale construction and Security-By-Design is advantageous.
• Strong capability to adapt and lead teams through change.

Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation efforts of planned development projects.
• Gather user requirements and manage vendor contracts.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies to obtain planning permissions.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Job description

What The Role Is

You lead a team to implement major infrastructure projects for MINDEF premises in the masterplan formulated by the Workplace Plans & Systems Department (WPSD).

What You Will Be Working On

• Oversee the implementation efforts of planned development and ensure smooth and timely implementation to achieve project objectives
• Lead the team to gather and scope user/operations requirements, develop evaluation criteria, select and contract vendors/services
• Liaise and coordinate with tenant units/depts, DSTA, and regulatory bodies to obtain planning permissions
• Supervise and manage vendors for requirement scope, schedule, budget, and compliance
  
  
  

Challenge(s)

• Managing complex infrastructure projects
  
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• At least 8 years of relevant experience in project management and large-scale workplace/infrastructure construction and built projects
• Experience relating to construction (including Security-By-Design and Green Mark elements) and/or mega-scale construction and built projects is advantageous
• Capacity to build and lead high-performing teams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Strong capability to adapt to change and lead others through periods of uncertainty or transformation
• Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with stakeholders, partners, and industry peers
• Strong strategical and analytical skillset to develop clear vision and analyse complex issues
• Ability to communicate plans and proposals confidently and concisely
  
  
  

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.