OPERATIONS MANAGER (CONSTRUCTION)

366 WORLD PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking a Project Manager to oversee project execution and ensure compliance with requirements. Successful candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering and have at least 2 years of experience. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential. This role offers a collaborative environment and the opportunity to mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret project specifications.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project execution according to specifications.
• Conduct detailed reviews of project documentation.
• Train and mentor team members in project management.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Analytical abilities

Leadership ability

Ability to multitask

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering

Master's degree in management or engineering

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work hand-in-hand with the project team to create a mutual understanding of the project strategy based on the requirement of the job
• Conduct in-depth reviews and analysis of all project or contract documents so as to be familiar with every detail and/or requirements
• Work with safety units in a bid to plan and manage safety programs for each project and make sure that all aspects of safety are reached
• Help project managers and engineers in the arrangement and analysis of projects and scheduling of reports on projects
• Oversee projects as they are being carried out to make sure that the work is done according to outlined specifications, and that they also conform with project timetable
• Convey project needs from the project manager to the management of the firm. For example, in a case whereby extra funds are needed for the completion of a project, the project manager communicates the situation to the management of the company usually through the construction operations manager
• Assist in the maintenance, development, and enhancement of the company’s relationship with contractors in a bid to produce strategic partnership
• Train and mentor employees in areas of project management and estimating.

Requirements:

• Good and effective communication skills
• Good analytical and organizational abilities are of great importance
• Possess good leadership ability, as well as ability to work as part of a team or even lead a team when called upon
• Ability to read and interpret specifications
• Ability to be proactive and also to foresee events and react appropriately towards them
• The ability to multitask and strategize in different situations is also relevant
• Ability to work and carry out projects within a stipulated time frame or deadline
• Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering
• Masters degree in any management or engineering field will be an added advantage
• At least 2 years on-the-job experience in a similar role or in any other construction capacity.