Deputy Technical Manager

WOH HUP (PRIVATE) LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

woh hup (private) limited in Singapore seeks a Deputy Technical Manager to oversee all technical operations for civil and infrastructure engineering projects. This role requires managing design processes, client coordination, and ensuring safety standards. Ideal candidates possess a degree in Civil Engineering and have at least 8 years of relevant engineering experience in large-scale projects. Strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of engineering experience in delivering large scale projects.
• Ability to build and develop positive relations with clients.
• Experience in managing consultants and submissions.

Responsibilities

• Manage all technical operational activities for building and civil projects.
• Coordinate with clients and consultants for design matters.
• Oversee design optimization and ensure project delivery within budget.

Skills

Client facing skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The Deputy Technical Manager is responsible for all technical operational activities for building/ civil & infrastructure engineering projects, managing the technical department as well as providing engineering & planning services for tender and support services to projects.

A summary of the responsibilities of this position are, and not limited to, as follows:

• Overall responsible for all permanent and temporary works design and design optimization by managing the appointed consultant to ensure that project is delivered within budget
• Responsible for handling client and consultant, coordinate with consultants, client and authorities for design matters and submission.
• Oversee the shop drawings submission and issuance, planning and control delivery of design schedule, monitoring the progress
• Coordinate and support the construction and other departments within the project to fulfil design requirement
• Resolve all technical queries and submit/raise Request for Approval / Information (RFA/I) to concern parties to clarify any ambiguous design details
• Review technical specifications and proposals submitted by Consultants / Subcontractors / Suppliers and produce procurement specifications
• Adherence to safety practices in the work place

Value Add of Position

• Excellent client facing with strong people orientation ability to build and develop positive relations
• Possess strong skill in developing and delivering effective communication to different audiences
• Able to lead and inspire high performance, to ensure project plans are implemented on a timely, efficient and effective basis

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Education: Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university endorsed by PE Board or qualification acceptable to the Commissioner of Building Control
• Experience: Minimum 8 years of engineering experience in delivering large scale projects