Assistant Project Manager / Project Manager (5Days) Geotechnical & Construction

BUILDBRIDGE PARTNERS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee geotechnical design and construction for complex industrial projects. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of project experience. Responsibilities include managing subcontractors, ensuring quality assurance, and mitigating risks throughout the construction phase. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in construction projects.
• Proven expertise in ERSS, piling, and ground improvement works.
• Strong background in geotechnical design and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex industrial building projects from design to construction.
• Lead delivery of complete industrial projects including superstructure.
• Identify and mitigate geotechnical risks throughout construction.

Skills

Geotechnical design expertise

Construction management

Project leadership

Subcontractor coordination

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Project Manager with advanced geotechnical design capabilities to lead construction projects including shipyard facilities, marine industrial buildings, and complex foundation projects in Singapore.

This is a comprehensive role combining geotechnical design expertise with hands‑on construction management for challenging industrial projects.

You will manage complex industrial building projects from design development through construction completion, handling both main contractor responsibilities and subcontractor coordination for specialized geotechnical and marine‑adjacent construction.

Geotechnical Design & Engineering

• Foundation Design: Develop pile foundation systems, mat foundations, and specialized heavy‑load foundations for industrial cranes and machinery
• Ground Improvement Design: Design soil stabilization systems including deep soil mixing, jet grouting, and preloading for marine clay conditions
• ERSS Systems: Design earth retaining and stabilizing systems for deep excavations in challenging marine soils
• Settlement Analysis: Perform consolidation and settlement calculations for Singapore's Kallang Formation and marine clays
• Dewatering Design: Develop comprehensive dewatering systems for below‑grade construction in high water table conditions

Construction Management

• Project Leadership: Lead delivery of complete industrial building projects including foundations, basements, and superstructure
• Subcontractor Management: Coordinate specialized trades including piling contractors, ground improvement specialists, and marine construction teams
• Quality Assurance: Oversee construction quality, testing protocols, and compliance with Singapore building codes (SS CP4, BCA requirements)
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate geotechnical risks throughout construction phases

Technical Coordination

• PE Collaboration: Work closely with Professional Engineers while contributing independent technical expertise
• Design‑Build Integration: Optimize designs for constructability and cost‑effectiveness
• Value Engineering: Identify cost‑saving opportunities without compromising structural integrity
• Construction Sequencing: Develop efficient construction sequences for complex industrial projects

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) License has added advantages.
• Minimum 8 years experience in construction projects
• Proven expertise in ERSS, piling, and ground improvement works
• Strong background in geotechnical design and analysis
• understanding of waterfront geotechnical challenges and marine soil conditions
• Design‑build projects – experience managing both design and construction phases

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