ENGINEERING MANAGER

CHINA COMMUNICATIONS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LIMITED (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and construction firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced project manager with over 15 years in large-scale chemical facility projects. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering and strong leadership skills to manage multidisciplinary teams while ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of extensive engineering experience.
• Proven expertise in large-scale chemical facilities and pipelines.
• Strong technical background managing multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall delivery of engineering and construction projects.
• Assign and manage resources within budget and time constraints.
• Oversee specialist functions and ensure effective coordination.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Risk management

Education

Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Working hrs: Monday - Saturday

Working Location: Jurong Port

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the overall delivery of engineering and construction projects on or ahead of schedule, ensuring all client expectations and contractual obligations are met.
• Assign and manage resources to deliver works within budget, time, quality, and regulatory standards. Monitor and guide workflow, setting daily, weekly, and long-term project goals.
• Oversee specialist functions such as design, engineering, procurement, and construction, ensuring effective coordination and integration across multiple disciplines and work streams.
• Review project progress against plans, contractual arrangements, and key milestones to ensure timely completion within quality and cost parameters, taking corrective action as necessary.
• Implement strong contract, commercial, and financial risk management practices; ensure accurate cost and revenue forecasting; take corrective measures in accordance with CCCC authority and reporting frameworks to maximize project profitability.
• Demonstrate leadership in risk management, compliance, and auditing; ensure adherence to legislative, pre-contract, and commercial obligations, including compliance with relevant Building Codes.
• Actively engage stakeholders and develop beneficial relationships with clients, subcontractors, communities, and other external parties to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor staffing and labour resources to ensure adequate capability for achieving project targets. Supervise and mentor team members, including subcontractors, fostering a high-performance culture and positive employee relations.
• Contribute to business development, continuous improvement initiatives, and broader organizational activities.
• Coordinate with headquarters and site teams to secure sufficient resources for ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Establish an effective project management structure and plan to execute construction and engineering works efficiently.
• Perform all duties in accordance with company policies, processes, systems, reporting standards, and procedures.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 15 years of extensive engineering experience, including proven expertise in the design, construction, and management of large-scale chemical facilities, oil and liquid chemical depots and terminals, onshore and offshore pipelines, LPG & LNG terminals, and fine chemical plants.
• Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Strong technical background with demonstrated capability in managing multidisciplinary engineering teams and complex industrial projects.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to coordinate across design, procurement, and construction functions.
• Comprehensive understanding of safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance within the chemical and energy sectors.
• Proven track record of delivering projects within schedule, budget, and quality requirements.