Planning & Technical Manager

kingsford property development pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingsford Property Development Pte. Ltd. seeks a Planning & Technical Manager to lead planning, design coordination, and technical management of development projects from design through completion.

The role collaborates with consultants, contractors, authorities, and internal teams to meet design requirements, regulatory standards, budget, and schedule, ensuring high-quality project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/structural/building related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in property development or construction.
• Experience in civil & structural consultancy is required.
• Experience with property developers is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and technical management of development projects.
• Lead consultants including Architects, Civil & Structural Engineers, M&E Engineers and other specialists.
• Review design proposals, drawings, specifications, and submissions for compliance with design requirements and regulations.
• Coordinate design development to ensure timely milestone completion.
• Liaise with consultants and authorities on planning, design and approvals.
• Chair design coordination and technical meetings with consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
• Review recommendations, shop drawings, and material submissions.
• Identify issues and provide practical solutions to support project delivery.
• Evaluate design alternatives and propose value engineering without compromising quality.
• Collaborate with project teams across lifecycle stages including procurement and completion.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural/Construction

Job description

Planning & Technical Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Planning & Technical Manager to join our property development team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the planning, design coordination, and technical management of development projects from the design stage through project completion.

The role requires close collaboration with consultants, contractors, government authorities, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered in accordance with the Company's objectives, statutory requirements, quality standards, budget, and timeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning and technical aspects of assigned property development projects.
• Lead and coordinate the appointed consultants, including Architects, Civil & Structural Engineers, M&E Engineers, Landscape Architects, Interior Designers, and other specialist consultants.
• Review and monitor design proposals, drawings, specifications, and technical submissions to ensure compliance with the Company's design requirements, statutory regulations, and project objectives.
• Coordinate and monitor the progress of design development to ensure timely completion of project milestones.
• Liaise with consultants and relevant government authorities on planning, design, and statutory approval matters.
• Organise and chair design coordination and technical meetings with consultants, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Review consultants' recommendations, shop drawings, material submissions, and technical proposals.
• Identify technical issues and provide practical solutions to support project delivery.
• Evaluate design alternatives and recommend value engineering solutions without compromising quality and functionality.
• Work closely with the Project, Contracts, Quantity Surveying, Procurement, Sales & Marketing, and Customer Service teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review tender documents and provide technical input during contractor procurement and evaluation.
• Monitor construction progress from the developer's perspective to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards, and contractual requirements.
• Support project completion activities, including TOP, CSC, and defect management.

Requirements

• At least a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the property development or construction industry.
• Prior experience working in an Civil & Structural Consultancy is required.
• Previous experience working with a property developer is essential.
• Strong knowledge of the property development process, including design development, authority submissions, tendering, construction, TOP, and project completion.
• Familiar with Singapore building regulations, URA, BCA, SCDF, and other statutory authority requirements.
• Strong understanding of building construction methodologies, design coordination, and technical management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple projects independently.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Salary package is negotiable and will be commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile property development projects.
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities.
• Positive and collaborative working environment