Assistant Project Manager (Construction, External Works)

Marina Bay Sands Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading integrated resort company in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for a new construction project. This role involves coordinating between teams, monitoring progress, and managing documentation. Candidates are expected to have a background in Building/Construction Management with relevant experience in large-scale projects. Strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years of previous External Works experience in a similar field.
• Familiar with the codes and practices of local Authorities.
• Experience in large-scale construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Maintain tracking schedules for timely responses.
• Co-ordinate amongst team members for interface management.
• Monitor site progress against the Master Construction Programme.

Skills

Written and oral communication skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Methodical approach

Ability to maintain composure under pressure

Education

BSc Building/Construction Management/Building Diploma

Tools

Aconex

Sharepoint

Job description

Overview

Marina Bay Sands is seeking a qualified candidate for an Assistant Project Manager of Project and Construction Management for a new construction project at Marina Bay Sands Singapore. The new development, Marina Bay Sands Integrated Resort 2 (MBSIR2), is located immediately adjacent to the existing Marina Bay Sands Integrated Resort. The key elements of the MBSIR2 Project will be a state-of-the-art 15,000-seat arena, an all-suite luxury hotel tower with associated amenities, and MICE (Meeting, Incentive, Convention, and Exhibition) space.

Summary

Summary of Job Responsibilities: Reporting to Director and Project Manager level positions. The candidate will be working for the External Works section of the Development and experience in similar large-scale construction projects, including hard and soft landscaping works. This candidate must be comfortable working closely with our internal multi-disciplinary delivery teams in design and project management and consultant teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Collate and maintain tracking schedules to ensure the External Works teams\' timely responses to the Main Contractor\'s and Lead Consultant\'s submissions & review process for shop drawings, RFI\'s, material submissions, method statements, ITP\'s, lifting plans, QA and Safety Plans and the like.
• Co-ordinate amongst team members to ensure all interfaces, including the above documentation, are managed in a timely manner.
• Track changes to the project that have been generated through the design and construction process.
• Assist in identifying early warnings and risks to the project, particularly those that attract cost and time implications.
• Assist in the preparation of progress meeting minutes, including detailed, accurate, timely project reports, work schedules, implementations, and deviations.
• Attend and minute regularly scheduled design meetings with the contractors and design team to review the following: shop drawing preparation/approval, equipment/material submissions and lead times and required on-site dates.
• Track design changes both internally with our consultants and externally with the Main Contractor and specialist contractors.
• Monitor site progress against approved the Master Construction Programme and quality plans and highlight any deviations to the Project team.
• Monitor, track and assist in closing out non-conformance reports.
• Monitor construction activities and highlight any safety concerns / violations.

Job Requirements

• BSc Building/Construction Management/Building Diploma or similar qualifications preferred.
• 2 years previous External Works experience in a similar field, knowledge of construction, engineering, procurement, industry standards and other project-related activities, their interfaces and interdependencies of benefit.
• Clear and concise written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively across different departments, companies and external parties.
• Familiar with the codes and practices of local Authorities, such as BCA, URA, LTA, PUB, NEA, and N.Parks.
• Maintain composure under pressure and meet deadlines with internal and external customers and contacts.
• Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with management, other team members, and outside contacts.
• Clear and methodical approach to working in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• Experience of Aconex, Sharepoint or other similar web-based systems.
• Comprehension and understanding of the Building Information Modelling process.
• Job duties may include travel to off-site locations, fabrication yards, nurseries and the like.

Marina Bay Sands is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, providing equal opportunities as we grow our talent base to match our growth ambitions in Singapore. Our employees are committed to adhere to and abide by all rules, regulations, policies and procedures, including the rules of conduct and business ethics of the Company.