Deputy Construction Manager

Permanent Personnel Services Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Permanent Personnel Services Pte Ltd seeks a Deputy Construction Manager to lead complex infrastructure projects in Singapore and drive operational excellence.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, 8–10 years with a main contractor, and proven Design & Build experience on underground MRT station projects. You will plan, coordinate with sub-contractors, and ensure safety and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering recognized by the Professional Engineering Board.
• 8–10 years of experience with a main contractor.
• Experience in Design and Build for underground MRT projects.
• Strong planning and resource control abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project objectives within scope, time, cost, and quality.
• Study tender drawings, specifications and contracts to understand requirements.
• Assist the Project Manager to oversee site operations and requirements.
• Coordinate M&E and architectural works with clients and consultants.
• Plan and sequence construction works according to master programs and costs.
• Coordinate site operations with sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Liaise with client, consultants and authorities on technical issues and progress.
• Lead coordination meetings with Site Manager, Site Engineers and subcontractors.
• Maintain safe, secure and healthy work environment; ensure compliance.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

Resource planning

Timeline management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Deputy Construction Manager

Job Description

Lead complex infrastructure projects in Singapore and drive operational excellence as our new Deputy Construction Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible to the project stakeholders for accomplishing the project objectives within the constraints such as project scope, time, cost and quality of the project.
• Study tender and construction drawings, specifications and contracts to understand project requirements.
• Assist the Project Manager to oversee all site projects operations, functions and requirements.
• Oversee all technical matters, attend client and consultant meetings and coordinate M&E and architectural works.
• Plan and sequence construction operations works according to the master and detailed work construction programs by taking consideration into project costing.
• Coordinate the site operations with sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Liaise with the client, consultants and authorities on resolving technical issues and monitor site progress against targets.
• Plan, procure, monitor and control resources, such as manpower, machineries and material to execute site works within time and cost.
• Lead coordination meetings with the Site Manager, Site Engineers and sub-contractors.
• Maintain a safe, secure and healthy work environment, aiming for zero accidents and near misses.
• Ensure the site meets all legal guidelines, health and safety requirements.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Candidate must possess a Degree in Civil Engineering recognized by the Professional Engineering Board.
• Must have at least 8 to 10 years of related experience working with a main contractor.
• Must have proven experience in Design and Build for underground MRT station projects.
• Demonstrate strong ability to plan, procure and control site resources including manpower and machinery.
• Possess excellent communication skills for coordinating with diverse project stakeholders and external parties.
• Proficient in monitoring site progress against detailed master construction programs and schedules.

Job Details

• Location: Singapore
• Job Type: Permanent

What's on Offer

• Full-time permanent position.
• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on complex and large-scale infrastructure developments.