Assistant Project Manager – Building Construction (HDB)

Swift Search Global Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 54,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift Search Global Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to support planning, coordination and successful delivery of building construction projects in Jurong, Singapore. You will oversee schedules, regulatory compliance, and coordination with consultants, subcontractors and project teams to ensure safety, on-time delivery and quality.

Candidates with HDB project experience will have an advantage; CPAS Tier A/Tier A-Star accreditation is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the building construction industry.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in building construction projects.
• Experience in HDB or similar large-scale residential building projects is advantageous.
• CPAS accreditation at Tier A or Tier A-Star, where applicable to the role, will be an advantage.
• Strong technical knowledge of structural, architectural, finishing and/or M&E works.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and execute construction projects to meet project timelines, budgets and quality requirements.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules and resource requirements.
• Monitor project progress and identify critical activities requiring follow-up or corrective action.
• Manage changes to project scope, schedule and costs using appropriate project management controls.
• Identify project risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Prepare weekly project updates and reports for management.
• Coordinate architectural, structural and M&E requirements across the project.
• Review and resolve technical and site issues with consultants, contractors and internal project teams.
• Coordinate the timely issuance of design drawings and technical information from consultants.
• Review and track shop drawings, technical submissions and material submissions.
• Ensure drawings and submissions from contractors, vendors and suppliers are accurate and meet project requirements.
• Support the development and implementation of appropriate architectural, structural and M&E detailing standards.
• Oversee site operations and coordinate with project teams, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Monitor construction progress, workmanship and quality.
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support site teams in resolving construction and coordination issues.
• Monitor resource allocation and manpower requirements to support project schedules.
• Promote compliance with applicable workplace safety and health requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
• Track authority submissions, approvals and clearances in accordance with project schedules.
• Ensure timely approval of drawings, materials and technical submissions.
• Attend project and coordination meetings where required.
• Support the Quantity Surveying team during tender exercises.
• Assist in reviewing and evaluating tenders and technical specifications.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders on technical and commercial project requirements.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem-solving

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/Construction Management or related discipline

Job description

Swift Search Global Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to support planning, coordination and successful delivery of building construction projects in Jurong, Singapore. You will oversee schedules, regulatory compliance, and coordination with consultants, subcontractors and project teams to ensure safety, on-time delivery and quality.

Candidates with HDB project experience will have an advantage; CPAS Tier A/Tier A-Star accreditation is beneficial.