MGR, Project Manager, OCBC Property Services - OCBC

OCBC (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Singapore is looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee project management activities for OCBC Property Services. This role entails managing projects from feasibility to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget. Candidates should possess at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in project management tools. The position offers a competitive salary along with holistic benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Flexible benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant project management experience.
• Experience in building additions/alterations and commercial fitout projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate projects from inception to completion.
• Develop project plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Chair project meetings and facilitate decision-making.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Budget management

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in project management, construction management, architecture, engineering

Tools

Project management software

MS Office suite

AutoCAD

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

As Singapore's longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we're on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia's leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Why Join

This role is responsible for the day-to-day management of projects undertaken by OCBC Property Services, and it involves planning, coordinating and controlling the implementation of projects from inception to completion. This role reports to the Head, Project Management and will work closely with other project, property and facilities management professionals in the organisation to ensure the achievement of business goals.

What you do

• Manage and coordinate all assigned projects throughout all stages from feasibility studies, initiation, planning, conceptualisation, schematic design, cost budgeting, procurement and tender, construction, testing & commissioning, completion & close-out, handover to operations.
  
• Manage the project scope, interdependencies, processes, risks, milestones and deadlines.
  
• Work with project stakeholders to determine business needs, requirements and constraints.
  
• Support the process of preparing for and obtaining internal business approvals on projects.
  
• Prepare and manage the overall project program, establishing clear milestones and objectives to ensure successful project delivery.
  
• Manage, oversee and coordinate the design process, preparation of design brief and user requirements, integration of the different disciplines of design, value engineering, presentations, reviews and sign-offs from the project committee and different user groups, compliance with design code and guidelines.
  
• Manage and coordinate the process of procuring contractors and suppliers to work on the project, including tender processes from shortlist, pre-qualification, onboarding and contract management.
  
• Monitor the construction process and activities to track progress in accordance with master schedule and in accordance with defined objectives.
  
• Monitor the process of testing & commissioning, final inspections & approvals, and handover process to the building & facilities management team.
  
• Prepare and manage the project budget in accordance with requirements, forecast, track and control expenditure, variation works and cost, to achieve completion within budget.
  
• Manage and oversee the authorities' requirements on the project and work with consultants and contractors to secure all necessary approvals.
  
• Chair project meetings, review plans, designs and budgets, facilitate decision-making, address and resolve issues, monitor and report on progress on a regular basis.
  
• Carry out duties in compliance with all business policies, standards and SOPs.
  
• Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned.
  

Who you are

• Self-driven, motivated and possess a keen ability to learn.
  
• Able to work independently, be resourceful and an effectively team player.
  
• Able to multi-task, drive progress to achieve deadlines and work under pressure.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills.
  
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in the field of project management in building additions & alterations / enhancement, commercial fitout design & construction projects.
  
• Relevant educational qualifications in project management, construction management, architecture, engineering, quantity surveying or any other building discipline.
  
• Proficiency with project management software and MS office suite of tools. Proficiency in AutoCad will be an advantage.
  

What we offer:

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.