Project Coordinator

MENG LI CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A company specializing in construction and engineering in Singapore is looking for a Project Coordinator. The role involves coordinating project activities, preparing cost estimations for materials and labour, supporting tender submissions, and managing procurement processes. Candidates with a diploma in Project Management or related fields and 1–2 years of relevant experience are preferred. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in project coordination or costing.
• Experience in material estimation and quotation preparation is advantageous.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day project activities to ensure completion as per schedule.
• Perform material take-offs based on project drawings and requirements.
• Estimate labour requirements and calculate costs for project activities.
• Prepare cost breakdowns for customer quotations and support management in proposals.
• Coordinate purchasing of materials and maintain proper project documentation.
• Track project expenses against approved budgets and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Project coordination

Cost estimation

Material calculation

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Project Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

1. Project Coordination & Execution

• Coordinate day-to-day project activities to ensure work is completed according to schedule, scope, and budget
• Liaise with internal teams and external parties
• Track project progress and prepare regular status reports
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and contractual requirements

2. Material Calculation & Costing

• Perform material take-offs based on drawings, specifications, and site requirements
• Calculate quantities of materials required for each project phase
• Request and compare supplier quotations
• Prepare material cost summaries for project budgeting and customer proposals

3. Labour Costing & Planning

• Estimate labour requirements (man-hours) for various project activities
• Calculate labour costs based on manpower rates, overtime, and project duration
• Coordinate manpower deployment with site supervisors
• Monitor actual labour usage vs. planned cost and highlight variances

4. Quotation & Customer Proposal Support

• Prepare cost breakdowns (materials, labour, subcontract, overheads) for customer quotations
• Assist in preparing project proposals, pricing summaries, and variation orders
• Support management/sales team during tender submissions and negotiations
• Provide cost clarification and technical support to customers when required

5. Procurement & Documentation

• Coordinate purchasing of materials according to approved budgets and timelines
• Prepare purchase requisitions and track delivery schedules
• Maintain proper documentation: quotations, contracts, variation orders, and invoices
• Ensure all project documents are updated and properly filed

6. Cost Control & Reporting

• Track project expenses and compare against approved budgets
• Identify potential cost overruns and recommend corrective actions
• Assist in preparing progress claims and final project accounts

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Diploma in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 1–2 years of experience in project coordination, costing, or related role
• Experience in material estimation, labour costing, and quotation preparation is an advantage
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, and technical specifications
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in calculations
• Working Location: Tuas