Assistant Project Manager (APM)

TOSS-EX PR PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore is seeking an APM/DPM to support project management in delivering LTA rail communication projects. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Engineering, over 5 years of relevant experience, and have strong leadership skills. Key responsibilities include documentation management, quality monitoring, and stakeholder communication. This role offers opportunities for growth in a critical industry segment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Technical Lead or Project/Implementation Lead.
• Prior experience in LTA railway projects is highly preferred.
• Strong track record in delivering railway communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Support project documentation development and maintenance.
• Manage communications and stakeholder expectations.
• Review and monitor quality of work by team members.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project reporting

Leadership

Communication

Education

Diploma or Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical)

Tools

Primavera P6

MicroStation 3D CAD

Job description

Role & Responsibilities

The APM/DPM will play a critical role in supporting the Project Manager or Project Director in leading project teams to successfully deliver LTA rail communication projects in accordance with contractual obligations and customer expectations. Key responsibilities include:

Collaborate closely with the Project Director and Project Manager to develop, update, and maintain essential project documentation such as the project plan, quality plan, and risk management plan.

Assist in managing communications, reporting, and stakeholder expectations—both internal and external—to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.

Work alongside cross-functional team members, including Solution Architects, Technical Leads, System Engineers, and the Implementation Team. The APM/DPM will also coordinate with Product Specialists and Technical Subject Matter Experts as needed to ensure deliverables meet quality standards and customer requirements.

Review and monitor the quality of work produced by team members to ensure compliance with project specifications and customer expectations.

Support pre-sales activities by contributing to technical solutioning, effort and timeline estimation, and project delivery planning for tenders, RFPs, and presentations.

Job Requirements & Skills

Education: Diploma or Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical) or equivalent.

Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience as a Technical Lead or Project/Implementation Lead, with a strong track record in delivering railway communication systems, such as:

Public Address (PA) systems

CCTV systems

Passenger Information Display Systems

Network Infrastructure

PABX

Prior experience in LTA railway projects is highly preferred.

Technical Skills (advantageous):

Experience in understanding and reviewing

Communication System/solution design

BIM modelling / MicroStation 3D CAD

Primavera P6 scheduling

Construction safety requirements

Soft Skills:

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, vendors, and internal teams.

Good verbal and written communication skills, including project reporting and progress updates.

Demonstrated leadership capabilities and a collaborative team player.

Highly organised, self-motivated, and results-driven.

Able to work independently and manage priorities under tight timelines in complex project environments.