Construction Manager

EXPONENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction management is seeking a qualified Project Manager to oversee project execution and ensure high-quality standards during all phases of construction. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, experience in managing teams, and excellent organizational skills to meet the deadlines effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of working experience in the related industry.
• Proactive team player with ability to work independently.
• Self-motivated with strong ownership.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution and construction process.
• Conduct site visits and oversee risk management.
• Prepare completion program and conduct quality audits.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technical knowledge in construction/interior works

Education

Diploma in Interior Design/Building/Architecture

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Project

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

· Responsible for day-to-day success of project execution and management of the construction process

· Study all project information and drawings to understand the design and detailing

· Review all necessary documents required by the project e.g., building guideline, BOQ, method statement etc

· Establishes project execution plan in conjunction with the Project Manager

· Close monitoring of daily work activities, with schedule

· Work closely with Designer, Quantity Surveyor and sub-contractor to ensure on-time delivery of project within budget and with good quality

· Responsible for achieving goals of quality time and cost

· Conduct risk management and oversee all HSE checks, reports and incidents

· Weekly construction meeting with sub-contractor to update site progress and issue

· Submit weekly progress report and update any site work discrepancy

Pre-Construction Stage

· Attend Project Start-Up Meeting

· Conduct site visit and develop construction program

· Prepare information required schedule

· Obtain approval of the construction program during the design brief meeting

Construction Stage

· Site possession and agree site defects with building management

· Prepare site establishment plan and logistics

· Check all Method/Risk statements comply with the work scheduled and mitigating any Risks

· Manage the day-to-day progress of works on site and resolve all trade contractor and building facility management co-ordination issues

· Monitor and maintain progress and program. Ensures any delays are addressed and resolved immediately. Escalate any necessity for request of extension of time to the Project Manager immediately

· Manage design information and Change Orders in conjunction

· Ensure materials used are to spec and cross referenced to schedule and sample boards

· Highlight and address design build ability issues with in construction drawings and shop drawings

· Monitor quality and trade contractor performance through supervision, regular inspection and snagging

· Conduct, document and maintain all scheduled project meetings and proper records of drawings

· Manage the day-to-day implementation of Health, Safety Environment and liaise with the HSE Officer / Co-coordinator

Completion Stage

· Prepare completion program with Project Director

· Conduct final verification and quality audit for all completed trade contractor's work

· Conduct and complete progressive final snagging and defects clearance

· Conduct joint final inspection with client and consultant

· Document and complete identified defects by client / consultant

Job Requirements:

· Diploma in Interior Design/ Building/ Architecture or related disciplines

· Minimum 5 years of working experience in the related industry

· A proactive team player but with the ability to work independently to meet tight deadlines

· Self-motivated and with a strong sense of ownership

· Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

· Good at paperwork and proficient in MS Word/ Excel/ Project

· Strong technical knowledge in construction/interior works