Contruction Project Manager

Xinda Construction; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Xinda Construction in Singapore seeks an experienced Construction Project Manager to plan, oversee, and deliver complex building projects from inception to handover, ensuring quality, safety, and on-time completion.

You will lead site teams, coordinate with consultants, contractors and authorities, manage budgets and schedules, review drawings and documents, and drive continuous improvement in project delivery.

Qualifications

• Requires degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Building, Construction Management, Project Management or related field.
• 5–8 years of relevant construction project management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore construction practices, site operations, and authority requirements.
• Ability to read architectural, structural, and M&E drawings, specifications and contracts.
• Proven leadership, planning, coordination, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage subcontractors, site teams, suppliers and stakeholders effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Microsoft Project, AutoCAD or BIM is an advantage.
• Good team player with accountability and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and oversee construction projects from commencement to completion.
• Ensure projects finish on time, within budget, and meet drawings, specifications and safety standards.
• Lead and coordinate project teams, site staff, subcontractors, suppliers and clients.
• Prepare and monitor schedules, manpower, material delivery, and site progress.
• Review drawings, shop drawings, method statements, RFAs and technical documents.
• Attend project, site, technical and coordination meetings and follow up on actions.
• Monitor progress, identify delays and coordination issues, and provide solutions.
• Control costs, progress claims, variations and documentation.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Cost control

Scheduling

Coordination

MS Office

AutoCAD

BIM

Education

Civil/Construction degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

BIM software

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Position: Construction Project Manager

Job Description:

• Plan, manage, and oversee the overall construction project from commencement to completion.
• Ensure the project is completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Lead and coordinate project teams, site staff, subcontractors, suppliers, and relevant parties to ensure smooth project execution.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, main contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and authorities where required.
• Prepare and monitor project schedules, work programmes, manpower planning, material delivery schedules, and site progress.
• Review construction drawings, shop drawings, method statements, material submissions, RFAs, technical documents, and project correspondence.
• Attend project meetings, site meetings, technical meetings, and coordination meetings, and follow up on comments, instructions, and outstanding matters.
• Monitor site progress and identify delays, site constraints, drawing discrepancies, and coordination issues.
• Provide practical solutions to resolve site, technical, contractual, and coordination problems.
• Manage project cost, progress claims, variation works, subcontractor claims, and project documentation where required.
• Ensure proper quality control, site inspections, testing, commissioning, and handover documentation are carried out.
• Ensure all works are carried out in compliance with workplace safety and health regulations and company safety policies.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, M&E, and other trades to ensure proper sequencing and smooth progress of works.
• Report project progress, issues, risks, and required actions to management.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the management.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Building, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in construction project management is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore construction practices, site operations, project coordination, and authority requirements.
• Able to read and understand architectural, structural, and M&E drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documents.
• Good leadership, planning, coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage subcontractors, site teams, suppliers, and project stakeholders effectively.
• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple project issues in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Good understanding of project cost control, progress claims, variation orders, and project documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, or BIM software will be an advantage.
• Good team player with a responsible working attitude and strong sense of accountability.
• Familiar with workplace safety and health requirements in Singapore.
• Able to start work within short notice will be an advantage.