Construction Manager

HOCK LIAN SENG INFRASTRUCTURE PTE. LTD.d; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HOCK LIAN SENG INFRASTRUCTURE PTE. LTD.d in Singapore is seeking a Construction Manager to lead daily site operations, coordinating C&S, Architectural, M&E and external trades to meet safety, schedule and budget targets.

You will ensure conformance with drawings, specifications and Singapore regulations, manage subcontractors, monitor progress, and drive quality through proactive problem solving and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building or related discipline.
• Relevant construction site management experience with a Main Contractor.
• Good knowledge of construction methods, site coordination, subcontractor management, quality and WSH requirements.
• Familiarity with Singapore construction regulations and authority requirements.
• Strong leadership, planning, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations, including C&S, Architectural, M&E and external works.
• Ensure construction activities follow drawings, specifications, method statements and sequences.
• Coordinate site resources, work fronts, equipment and construction logistics.
• Monitor construction progress against the master programme and project milestones.
• Prepare look-ahead programmes and coordinate daily and weekly targets.
• Identify delays, resolve site constraints and implement recovery measures.
• Coordinate engineers, supervisors, foremen and subcontractors.
• Monitor manpower, productivity, workmanship and subcontractor performance.
• Ensure sufficient manpower, materials and equipment are available to meet project targets.
• Coordinate with consultants, QPs, PEs and relevant parties on inspections and compliance requirements.
• Support statutory inspections and TOP/CSC-related completion requirements.
• Attend site meetings and report progress, risks and outstanding issues to the Project Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Communication

Problem-solving

WSH knowledge

Education

Diploma/Degree in Civil Engineering or related

Job description

JOB SCOPE: CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Industry: Construction – Main Contractor, Singapore
Reporting To: Project Manager

1. Job Purpose

To manage and supervise daily construction operations, ensuring that all works are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, to the required quality standards and in compliance with approved drawings, specifications and applicable Singapore regulations.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Construction and Site Management

• Oversee daily site operations, including C&S, Architectural, M&E and external works.
• Ensure construction activities follow approved drawings, specifications, method statements and construction sequences.
• Coordinate site resources, work fronts, equipment and construction logistics.

B. Programme and Progress Management

• Monitor construction progress against the master programme and project milestones.
• Prepare look-ahead programmes and coordinate daily and weekly work targets.
• Identify delays, resolve site constraints and implement recovery measures.

C. Manpower and Subcontractor Management

• Coordinate engineers, supervisors, foremen and subcontractors.
• Monitor manpower, productivity, workmanship and subcontractor performance.
• Ensure sufficient manpower, materials and equipment are available to meet project targets.

D. Technical and Trade Coordination

• Coordinate C&S, Architectural, M&E and specialist trades to prevent clashes and rework.
• Resolve site technical issues and coordinate with consultants and engineers.
• Ensure approved drawings and required technical approvals are obtained before construction.

E. Quality Management

• Ensure construction works comply with approved drawings, specifications and project quality requirements.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, NCR rectification and defect closure.
• Maintain workmanship standards and support applicable CONQUAS and Quality Mark requirements.

F. Workplace Safety and Health

• Ensure site activities comply with applicable Singapore WSH requirements and company safety procedures.
• Coordinate with WSH personnel to implement risk assessments and safe work procedures.
• Address unsafe conditions and ensure corrective actions are taken.

G. Materials and Site Logistics

• Coordinate material procurement, delivery, storage and distribution.
• Ensure timely availability of materials, machinery and equipment.
• Monitor material wastage, housekeeping, site access and equipment utilisation.

H. Cost and Productivity Control

• Monitor labour productivity, material usage, rework and avoidable expenditure.
• Identify opportunities to improve construction efficiency and reduce wastage.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager and Quantity Surveyor on variations and additional works.

I. Statutory and Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with consultants, QPs, PEs and relevant parties on inspections, technical matters and compliance requirements.
• Support applicable statutory inspections and TOP/CSC-related completion requirements.
• Attend site meetings and report progress, risks and outstanding issues to the Project Manager.

J. Project Completion and Handover

• Coordinate completion of construction works, testing, inspections and defect rectification.
• Ensure outstanding works and NCRs are closed within the required timeframe.
• Support preparation of as-built drawings, handover documents and project close-out records.

3. Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building or a related discipline.
• Relevant construction site management experience with a Main Contractor.
• Good knowledge of construction methods, site coordination, subcontractor management, quality and WSH requirements.
• Familiarity with Singapore construction regulations and authority requirements.
• Strong leadership, planning, communication and problem-solving skills.

4. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Achievement of construction milestones and completion dates.
• Effective manpower and subcontractor productivity.
• Compliance with safety and quality requirements.
• Control of rework, material wastage and avoidable costs.
• Timely closure of NCRs, defects and outstanding works.
• Successful project completion and handover.

Overall Objective: To ensure efficient, safe and quality construction execution, delivering the project on schedule, within budget and in accordance with contractual and regulatory requirements.