Construction Manager

TAKENAKA SINGAPORE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management company in Singapore is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee various construction projects. Responsibilities include project planning, cost management, and close collaboration with both local and international stakeholders, particularly in Japanese. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture and at least 5 years of experience in the construction industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience within the Construction industry.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
• Fluency in spoken and written Japanese is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee organization, scheduling, and implementation of construction projects.
• Manage project performance against the plan and control costs.
• Maintain collaboration with Project Managers, Architects, and Engineers.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Manpower planning

Construction monitoring

Communication

Education

Degree/Masters in Civil Engineering or Architecture

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. The Construction Manager shall play a key role in the conceptual development of the various construction projects and oversee its organization, scheduling, and implementation

2. He/She will be required to plan, lead and monitor progress and performance against the project plan whilst managing the day-to-day operational aspects of projects which includes manpower planning, construction progress monitoring, preparation of master schedule and cost control

3. Responsible for cost management to manage projects within approved budgets, include materials, manpower and machinery cost control for new and running projects

4. Responsible for exercising timely instructions to deal with the results of delays, or emergencies at construction project sites

5. Reviewing manpower planning and monitoring of work schedules to ensure orderly delegation of jobs and smooth operation.

6. Ensure to exercise effectively safe and economical methodology and enforces project standards

7. To maintain close collaboration with Project Managers, Architects, Engineers and all stakeholders to minimise errors in the process to achieve smooth completion of projects

8. To liaise closely with clients, consultants, sub-contractors, relevant authorities and developers in resolving site issues and authorities compliance issue

9. To provide evaluation/findings and project results to HQ Tokyo in Japan on a frequent basis

Requirements:

• Minimun 5 years of relevant working experience within the Construction industry
• Should possess a minimum qualification of Degree/Masters in Civil Engineering or Architecture or equivalent qualification
• Ability to prioritize tasks well and able to work independently
• Able to work under stress and complete tasks within set deadlines
• Fluency in spoken and written Japanese would be advantageous as the incumbent will be required to communicate and collaborate with Japan Head Office