Assistant Project Manager

CESCO PIPELINE TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Singapore is seeking a Project Coordinator to assist in planning and executing projects. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in Chemical or Engineering and at least 4 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include developing workstream plans, monitoring project performance, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project success. A valid driving licence is advantageous. The role offers a 5.5-day work week and requires adaptability for various tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma in Chemical or any Engineering discipline or equivalent.
• At least 4 years of experience in a similar project coordination or engineering role.
• Valid Class 3 driving licence (advantageous for site visits).

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, executing, and monitoring projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success.
• Develop detailed workstream plans by gathering requirements.
• Monitor project performance against scope and budget.
• Facilitate effective communication among project teams.
• Support project close-out activities by conducting reviews.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Problem-solving

MS Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Chemical or Engineering discipline

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, executing, and monitoring projects to ensure timely delivery within scope, budget, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success and continuous improvement.
• Develop detailed workstream plans by gathering requirements, allocating resources, and consulting stakeholders to define clear deliverables.
• Monitor project performance against scope, KPIs, budget, schedule, and risks, and obtain approvals for any deviations to maintain project alignment.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project teams and internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
• Support project close-out activities by conducting post-implementation reviews, documenting lessons learnt, and preparing comprehensive handover materials.
• Demonstrate adaptability by performing additional duties as assigned to support project and organisational goals.

Required competencies and certifications

• Minimum Diploma in Chemical or any Engineering discipline or equivalent
• At least 4 years of experience in a similar project coordination or engineering role

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Valid Class 3 driving licence (advantageous for site visits and project logistics)
• Proficient in MS Office applications to support project documentation and reporting
• Ability to work independently with resourcefulness and strong problem-solving skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills to engage diverse teams and stakeholders
• Collaborative team player committed to delivering results with assertiveness and accountability

Other Information

• Work schedule: 5.5-day work week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Must be willing to work in the West region of Singapore.