Construction Director [SL]

WECRUIT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wecruit Pte Ltd is seeking a Construction Manager to lead and oversee construction activities, ensuring projects meet contractual requirements, plans, schedules and quality standards in Singapore.

The role involves refining construction plans, managing risks, monitoring progress and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to close action items and ensure timely delivery while upholding safety, compliance and quality culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee construction activities to ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual requirements, approved plans, schedules, budgets and quality standards.
• Review and endorse construction-related contractual and tender documents for submission.
• Review and refine construction plans to ensure alignment with overall project objectives and requirements.
• Establish policies, procedures and risk controls to manage construction site risks in accordance with applicable industry standards.
• Monitor construction progress, cost, quality and schedule performance.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely follow-up and resolution of project meeting action items.
• Promote a strong culture of quality assurance, quality control and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee subcontractor engagement and performance to support the timely completion of construction works.

Job description

1. Construction Management

• Lead and oversee construction activities to ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual requirements, approved plans, schedules, budgets and quality standards.

• Review and endorse construction-related contractual and tender documents for submission.

• Review and refine construction plans to ensure alignment with overall project objectives and requirements.

• Establish policies, procedures and risk controls to manage construction site risks in accordance with applicable industry standards.

• Monitor construction progress, cost, quality and schedule performance.

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely follow-up and resolution of project meeting action items.

• Promote a strong culture of quality assurance, quality control and regulatory compliance.

• Oversee subcontractor engagement and performance to support the timely completion of construction works.

2. Project Completion and Handover

• Oversee project completion activities, including the management of defects, outstanding works and variations.

• Coordinate with stakeholders to verify and close out outstanding defects and variations.

• Establish procedures for the testing and commissioning of equipment, components and building systems.

• Review and endorse project handover and closure documentation for submission to relevant authorities.

• Oversee the resolution of defects during the defects liability period.

3. Workplace Safety and Sustainability

• Ensure compliance with Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) requirements and organisational safety policies.

• Establish and implement health and safety procedures aligned with applicable legislation and industry practices.

• Review accident and incident findings to identify trends and implement preventive measures.

• Drive environmental sustainability initiatives and the adoption of green building practices.

4. People and Business Management

• Lead recruitment, workforce planning and employee development in line with organisational objectives.

• Set performance expectations and guide teams towards achieving project targets.

• Oversee project budgets, financial forecasts and cash flow management.

• Develop strategic business development objectives and support the organisation’s growth.

5. Continuous Improvement and Risk Management

• Monitor developments in construction technologies, industry practices and built environment trends.

• Evaluate the feasibility, benefits, costs and risks of new technologies and construction methods.

• Lead the implementation of suitable innovations to improve project efficiency, cost, quality and delivery timelines.

• Promote continuous improvement across construction operations.

• Review risk management plans and controls to ensure alignment with the organisation’s risk management framework.

6. Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure construction activities comply with applicable Singapore legislation and regulatory requirements, including the Building Control Act, Electricity Act, Fire Safety Act and Workplace Safety and Health Act.
  

• EA License No: 20C0270

• Wecruit Pte Ltd