Construction Manager

MULTIMEDIA ENGINEERING PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Singapore seeks a Construction Manager to oversee ADAS project construction. You will ensure high-quality performance and compliance while managing budgets and timelines. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Structural Engineering and at least five years of experience in complex construction environments, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a construction management role.
• Proven experience in steel installation and structural works.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multicultural settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction activities of ADAS projects from planning to execution.
• Monitor project budgets and compliance with specifications.
• Prepare and present progress reports to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor or Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

• Lead all construction activities of ADAS projects from planning through execution, ensuring high performance in quality, safety, and timeline.
• Coordinate closely with Clients, Consultants, Project Leaders, Managers, Coordinators, Administrators, Fabricators, and Installers to resolve challenges and maintain project momentum.
• Oversee and monitor all onsite and offsite work to ensure compliance with project specifications and timeline, including regular local and overseas site visits.
• Monitor project budgets, control costs, and obtain necessary approvals for any out-of-scope expenditures from the Head of Operations and/or CEO.
• Manage variation orders effectively, ensuring accurate documentation and communication with the Contract team to implement claims strategies.
• Conduct in-depth reviews of project information, drawings and specifications to maintain project work schedules, allocate resources and manage workflows between internal departments.
• Participate in the evaluation of suitability of subcontractors.
• Liaise with appointed subcontractors and other suppliers in relation to the work programme and workmanship.
• Prepare and present progress reports to senior management.
• Drive coordination meetings to ensure milestones are achieved and drive seamless project delivery.
• Review and verify construction drawings in collaboration with Owners, Architects, Engineers, Detailers, and site teams.
• Analyze project plans and technical proposals to align execution strategies with project goals.
• Ensure thorough documentation of project activities to safeguard ADAS’s contractual and operational interests.
• Prepare and review safe work method statements for site installation work.
• Liaise with safety personnel to undertake risk assessments and enforce strict compliance with all safety protocols, site safety and risk mitigation.
• Contribute to tender processes by providing technical insights and construction methodologies to support project acquisition.

Requirements / Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor or Master's degree in Structural Engineering or equivalent

• Proven experience in steel installation and structural works is essential

• At least 5 years in a construction management role, ideally within specialized or complex construction environments.

• Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural, and multi-disciplinary setting.

• Willingness to travel for project supervision, including overseas assignments.