Project Manager / Assistant Project Manager (Road Maintenance Contract for North West Sector)

CHC CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CHC CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD. is seeking a Road Maintenance Project Manager in Singapore to lead the execution of a road maintenance contract, coordinating planning, scheduling and resources with clients, consultants, authorities, and subcontractors.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely delivery of works and requires strong leadership and contract-management capability. The incumbent will oversee budgets, monitor progress, resolve technical and operational issues, and prepare routine

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering; PE Board recognition preferred.
• Minimum 6 years in local construction/road maintenance.
• Experience with LTA/PUB or government infra projects is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, planning, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Familiar with contract administration and project management practices.
• Proficient in MS Project and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall execution of the Road Maintenance Contract, including planning, scheduling, implementation, monitoring, and completion of maintenance works.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, and LTA requirements.
• Manage project budgets, monitor expenditures, and implement cost control measures to optimize project performance.
• Review and interpret contract documents, technical specifications, drawings, and maintenance requirements.
• Liaise and coordinate with clients, consultants, authorities, utility agencies, subcontractors, and other stakeholders on project-related matters.
• Plan and allocate manpower, equipment, and resources to ensure timely completion of works and effective response to maintenance requests.
• Monitor productivity, work progress, and operational performance, and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with contractual, safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) regulations, permit requirements, and company procedures.
• Manage traffic control arrangements and ensure safe execution of works on public roads.
• Review and resolve technical, operational, and contractual issues arising during project execution.
• Prepare and submit monthly progress reports, management reports, and other project documentation required by stakeholders.
• Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop project team members to achieve project objectives and operational excellence.
• Support emergency response and after-hours maintenance operations when required.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Contract administration

Project management

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

PEB recognition

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall execution of the Road Maintenance Contract, including planning, scheduling, implementation, monitoring, and completion of maintenance works.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, and LTA requirements.
• Manage project budgets, monitor expenditures, and implement cost control measures to optimize project performance.
• Review and interpret contract documents, technical specifications, drawings, and maintenance requirements.
• Liaise and coordinate with clients, consultants, authorities, utility agencies, subcontractors, and other stakeholders on project-related matters.
• Plan and allocate manpower, equipment, and resources to ensure timely completion of works and effective response to maintenance requests.
• Monitor productivity, work progress, and operational performance, and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with contractual, safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) regulations, permit requirements, and company procedures.
• Manage traffic control arrangements and ensure safe execution of works on public roads.
• Review and resolve technical, operational, and contractual issues arising during project execution.
• Prepare and submit monthly progress reports, management reports, and other project documentation required by stakeholders.
• Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop project team members to achieve project objectives and operational excellence.
• Support emergency response and after-hours maintenance operations when required.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering recognized by the Professional Engineers Board (PEB), Singapore, is preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in the local construction, infrastructure, or road maintenance industry.
• Experience managing LTA, PUB, or other government infrastructure projects will be an advantage.
• Experience in road maintenance, road structures, facilities maintenance, or transportation infrastructure projects is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, resources, subcontractors, and stakeholders effectively.
• Strong leadership, planning, communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Familiar with contract administration and project management practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Candidates who can commence work on short notice will have an advantage.