Construction Manager (Data Center Project)

LEIGHTON CONTRACTORS (ASIA) LIMITED (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking a skilled professional to oversee the construction programme and manage site operations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering, with at least 10 years of experience, including 5 years in Data Center construction. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, preparing detailed work instructions, and supervising site teams. The role promises a dynamic work environment and opportunities to lead significant projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten (10) years of engineering experience.
• Recognized Degree for application as a Resident Engineer.
• Experience in managing Data Center construction work.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and review the master construction programme.
• Prepare catch-up programme if applicable.
• Supervise engineers/foremen to ensure compliance.
• Resolve drawing discrepancies with the technical team.
• Prepare detailed method statements for construction.

Skills

Project management

Civil Engineering

Quality control

Site supervision

Safety management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Descriptions

• Monitor and review master construction programme and preparation of catch-up programme if applicable
• Monitor and supervise Engineers/foreman, ensure compliance of the qualify procedure & standard of workmanship. Checking on quality and quantity of work by subcontractors
• Preparation of detailed programme for site team to follow accordingly and complete on time
• Resolve drawing discrepancies and technical difficulties with technical team
• Preparation of detailed method statements and work instructions for construction
• Coordinate between Private Client / sub-contractors /inter-departments and monitor site manpower and resources to meet schedules
• Liaise with the Design team on the submission of related CSA works and technical issues
• Plan all works on site, including programme schedules and construction methods, forecast equipment, material and manpower requirement usage etc
• Monitor progress against programme and cost against budget
• Promote and enforce a safe working environment
• Ensure works are compliant with the specifications, Safety and Quality requirements

Job Requirements

• Minimum ten (10) years of engineering experience with Degree in Civil Engineering recognised by the PE Board or qualification acceptable to the Commissioner of Building Control as eligible for application as a Resident Engineer or Recognised Degree in the relevant field subject to the acceptance of the Engineer, and
• At least five (5) years of experience in managing Data Center construction work for projects of similar scale, complexity, and nature of work.