Civils Manager

ELEMENT CONSTRUCTION TESTING (S) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Lab Manager to lead daily operations and R&D projects within the construction sector. This role involves directing lab activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree in Civil Engineering or Material Science, along with significant managerial experience in a testing environment. If you are passionate about driving operational excellence and enhancing team performance, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking organization.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in a testing related field at a managerial level.
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement disciplines like Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate daily lab operations and R&D projects.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are met in all lab activities.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Material Science

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Conflict Resolution

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Material Science

Tools

Testing Equipment

Job description

Job Duties:

• Under the direction of the General Manager, will be responsible for directing, coordinating, facilitating and monitoring the daily activities of the lab operations,Department managers and Supervisors and responsible for the operation of site laboratories as well as R&D Projects related to construction industries
• Maintain the lab schedule/scope of accreditation under SAC-SINGLAS
• Planning and scheduling of all routine laboratory and field tests and identifying work priorities and ensure efficient deployment of manpower while liaising with customer on laboratory testing matters and test results ,setting directions within the lab to ensure that production goals and customer expectations are consistently met in a safe, timely and cost-effective manner
• Ensures that safety and quality standards are being met and maintained at all times within the company's safety and QA programs and be responsible for the location safety performance and awareness; spearheads and manages initiatives that drive a culture of safety first
Demonstrate deep knowledge of Element capabilities, processes and expertise to be able to clearly explain the benefits of Element testing services to all audiences
• - internal and external
• Responsible and accountable to assigned direct reporting staff and to indirect departmental decisions to include hiring, performance management, and performance review decisions and execution and maintain an environment of respect and dignity within the department covering employee interactions and problem solving
• Key contributor in terms of establishing priorities and allocating resources to ensure that the lab runs smoothly and develop and maintain positive employee relations

Job Requirements:

• Possess a relevant degree in Civil engineering / Material Science with 8 - 10 years of relevant working experience in a testing related field at a Managerial level
• Support and train staff members for the department in order to meet customers’ expectations on testing and project management, analytical and problem solving skills provide go-to insight in the daily efficient operation of the lab
• Technical leadership is vital to the production and operation of assigned tests with advanced working knowledge to operate various testing equipment
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to effectively establish and maintain two-way communications to understand the needs and concerns of all departments
• Understanding of continuous improvement disciplines such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, etc.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants, please submit your updated resume to [e-mail]

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