Construction Manager

JDA WMS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JDA WMS PTE. LTD. seeks an experienced Construction Manager to oversee pharmaceutical and industrial construction projects in Singapore. You will manage all on-site activities, coordinate with stakeholders, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver projects safely, on schedule, and to required quality.

You will lead site execution, safety plans, and progress reporting, working with engineers, REs, RTOs, RI, and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Building, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of construction management experience within building or pharmaceutical construction.
• Proven experience managing site execution, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, project planning, statutory approvals, and regulations.
• Proven ability to negotiate favourable commercial terms with suppliers and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site construction and installation activities across the project lifecycle.
• Develop site execution plans, construction methodologies, and project schedules with milestones.
• Establish and enforce site safety procedures in line with regulations and standards.
• Monitor progress, quality, productivity, and reporting to management and clients.
• Coordinate submissions, permits, and inspections with Singapore authorities (e.g., TOP).
• Collaborate with engineers, REs, RTOs, RI, and other consultants.
• Manage and supervise subcontractors to meet safety, schedule, and quality targets.
• Liaise with authorities, clients, main contractors, consultants, and suppliers to resolve issues.
• Ensure activities comply with contracts and construction standards.

Skills

Site execution

Subcontractor management

Project planning

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation with suppliers

Mandarin communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Building / Construction Management

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the execution of pharmaceutical and industrial construction projects in Singapore. This role is responsible for managing all on‑site construction activities, coordinating with project stakeholders, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and delivering projects safely, on schedule, and to the required quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all on‑site construction and installation activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and implement detailed site execution plans, construction methodologies, and project schedules, including key milestones.
• Establish and enforce site safety procedures, ensuring compliance with workplace safety regulations and company standards.
• Monitor site progress, quality, productivity, and project performance, and prepare regular progress reports for management and clients.
• Plan and coordinate statutory submissions, approvals, permits, and inspections with the relevant Singapore authorities, including Building Plan approvals and Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) requirements.
• Coordinate closely with Professional Engineers, Resident Engineers (RE), Resident Technical Officers (RTO), Registered Inspectors (RI), and other project consultants.
• Manage and supervise subcontractors, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications.
• Liaise with government authorities, clients, main contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other stakeholders to resolve site‑related issues and maintain project progress.
• Ensure project activities comply with contractual requirements, construction standards, and applicable regulations.
• Perform any other duties assigned to support successful project delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Building, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of construction management experience within the building construction or pharmaceutical construction industry.
• Must have working experience in the construction industry.
• Proven experience managing site execution, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary construction teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, project planning, statutory approval processes, and relevant construction regulations.
• Proven ability to negotiate favourable commercial terms with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Proficient in procurement systems and other relevant project management tools.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to communicate in Mandarin to liaise with Mandarin‑speaking clients, contractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders where required.