Project Director

Accountstaff; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Accountstaff in Singapore seeks an experienced Project Lead to drive subcontract works from planning to execution. You will oversee Project Managers, Engineers, Supervisors and site teams, ensuring alignment across engineering, procurement, construction, and administration.

You will manage contracts, budgeting, variations, and ensure timely progress claims, while coordinating with Main Contractors, Consultants and authorities. A strong focus on QA/QC and safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• 12–15 years in engineering or construction projects.
• Experience managing subcontract projects valued at SGD 20M+.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, costing and variation management.
• Experience collaborating with Main Contractors, Consultants and large project teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for subcontract execution.
• Lead Project Managers, Engineers, Supervisors and site teams.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction and admin functions.
• Develop execution plans, resources, and priorities.
• Oversee project scheduling, drawings, specs and method statements.
• Monitor milestones against master programme and resolve issues.
• Manage subcontract contracts, budgeting and variation orders.
• Interface with Main Contractor, Consultants and Authorities.
• Guide engineers and site teams on technical solutions.
• Ensure QA/QC compliance and safety practices.
• Mentor and develop project team and allocate manpower.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team leadership

Coordination

Cost control

Risk management

QA/QC

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Management

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the execution of the subcontract works.
• Lead and oversee Project Managers, Engineers, Supervisors, and site teams.
• Ensure effective coordination between engineering, procurement, construction, and administrative teams.
• Establish project execution plans, resource strategies, and operational priorities.

Project Planning & Execution

• Oversee project scheduling, work sequencing, and manpower deployment.
• Ensure engineering works are executed according to approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Monitor project milestones and progress against the master programme set by the Main Contractor.
• Resolve technical, operational, and coordination issues to avoid delays and disruptions.

Contract & Commercial Management

• Manage all subcontract contractual obligations with the Main Contractor.
• Oversee project costing, budgeting, and financial performance.
• Review and manage variation orders, claims, and contractual negotiations.
• Ensure timely submission of progress claims, documentation, and project deliverables.

  Stakeholder Coordination

  • Act as the key point of contact with the Main Contractor, Consultants, Clients, and Authorities.
  • Attend project coordination meetings and represent the company in project discussions.
  • Ensure smooth coordination with other trades and subcontractors to avoid site conflicts.

  Engineering & Technical Oversight

  • Provide technical guidance to project engineers and site teams.
  • Ensure engineering solutions are practical, cost-effective, and compliant with project specifications.
  • Review engineering submissions, shop drawings, and technical proposals when required.

  Risk, Quality & Safety Management

  • Ensure compliance with project quality assurance (QA/QC) requirements and company standards.
  • Promote and enforce strict adherence to workplace safety regulations and site safety practices.
  • Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.

  Team Leadership & Resource Management

  • Lead, mentor, and develop project management and engineering teams.
  • Ensure proper manpower planning and deployment across the project lifecycle.
  • Foster collaboration and strong communication within the project team and across departments.

  Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related discipline.
  • Minimum 12–15 years of experience in engineering or construction projects.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale subcontract projects valued at SGD 20M+.
  • Strong knowledge of construction contracts, project costing, and variation management.
  • Experience working with Main Contractors, Consultants, and large project teams.