Assistant Project Manager (Construction)

Macbuild Construction Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking a dedicated project manager to oversee team productivity and enforce project delivery timelines. The candidate should have a degree in Civil Engineering and at least 5 years of experience with main contractors. Responsibilities include managing subcontractor progress, liaising with various stakeholders, and ensuring project quality while meeting budget constraints. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual looking to drive efficiency in construction projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience with a main contractor.
• Proven project delivery within budget and schedule.
• Experience with multiple project disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Manage team and monitor productivity.
• Plan subcontractors' progress and coordinate meetings.
• Enhance project delivery and efficiency.
• Verify details against plans before processing.
• Liaise with subcontractors, architects, and authorities.
• Coordinate logistics for smooth site operations.

Skills

Team management

Project planning and tracking

Stakeholder liaison

Continuous improvement initiatives

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Manage and coach team members, monitor productivity, and oversee organizational functions.

• Plan, forecast, and track subcontractors’ progress; conduct daily coordination meetings and weekly scheduling to meet project timelines.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery and efficiency.

• Verify construction details, defects, and variations against plans before construction or payment processing.

• Liaise closely with subcontractors, architects, consultants, and authorities; provide guidelines, expertise, and team supervision.

• Coordinate logistics and daily operational needs for smooth site execution.

Requirements:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent recognised by BCA/PEB

• Minimally 5 years of construction experience, preferably with a main contractor.

• Proven track record in managing project deliverables and milestones, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and aligned with business objectives.

• Experience in liaising with multiple stakeholders across different project disciplines.

• Ability to drive project execution while maintaining quality and schedule control.