Project Manager (Building Construction / Full Project Cycle)

Wola-Recruitment-Pte.-Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Wola-Recruitment-Pte.-Ltd. is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a Singapore-based client in the construction sector.

The role leads planning, execution and delivery of building projects across islandwide sites, ensuring schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met. The ideal candidate holds a Civil Engineering or MEP degree with at least 7 years in construction, including 3 years in project management, and experience with school or nursing home projects is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, MEP or equivalent.
• 7+ years in the construction industry; PM experience is required.
• Experience in school, nursing home or similar building projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and oversee construction projects from commencement through completion.
• Develop and implement the Project Master Programme, including schedules, milestones and resource planning.
• Manage project teams, site personnel, subcontractors and project resources.
• Prepare monthly project progress reports and progress claims.
• Monitor budgets and cost control for materials, plant, and labour.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Site management

Contract administration

Education

Civil Engineering

MEP Engineering

Job description

Location: Islandwide Construction Project Sites
Working Days: Monday to Saturday
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Job Description

Our client, an established construction group in Singapore, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the planning, execution and delivery of building and construction projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overall project management, construction scheduling, site operations, project budgeting, resource allocation and coordination with clients, consultants and subcontractors.

Candidates with experience managing school, nursing home or similar building construction projects will have an advantage.

Job Responsibilities

Project Planning & Management

• Plan, organise and oversee construction projects from commencement through completion.
• Develop and implement the Project Master Programme, including construction schedules, milestones and resource planning.
• Establish project objectives aligned with contractual requirements and company targets.
• Manage project teams, site personnel, subcontractors and project resources.
• Monitor construction progress to ensure timely completion within contractual deadlines.
• Review and approve short-term construction programmes and phased work schedules.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, consultants and relevant authorities on construction matters.
• Ensure construction works meet project quality requirements and applicable regulatory standards.
• Identify and resolve construction-related issues to minimise project delays.

Contract & Commercial Management

• Prepare and submit monthly project progress reports and progress claims.
• Manage variation orders (VO), extension-of-time (EOT) claims and related contractual matters.
• Monitor contractual obligations, project deliverables and completion deadlines.

Project Budget & Cost Control

• Prepare, monitor and control project budgets to ensure expenditure remains within approved limits.
• Develop projected S-curves for project cash-flow planning and financial monitoring.
• Implement cost-control measures for materials, plant, equipment and utilities.
• Monitor manpower allocation, direct labour costs and overtime expenditure.
• Track project financial performance and implement measures to manage costs.

Technical Management

• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications and contractual scope of works.
• Coordinate technical requirements with consultants, engineers, site teams and subcontractors.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering (MEP) or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in the construction industry.
• At least 3 years of proven construction project management experience.
• Experience managing the full construction project lifecycle, from planning to completion, is preferred.
• Experience in school, nursing home or similar building construction projects is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning, project budgeting, site management and contract administration.
• Familiar with progress claims, variation orders, EOT claims and construction cost control.
• Able to lead project teams, coordinate subcontractors and manage project timelines effectively.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills.

Employee Benefits

• 14 Days Annual Leave
• Performance-Based Variable Bonus – Subject to individual and company performance, with payout periods in December and March.
• Medical & Dental Benefits – Cashless panel GP, TCM and dental services.
• Free Annual Health Screening
• Insurance Coverage – Work injury, hospitalisation, surgical and personal accident insurance.
• Recreational Facilities – Access to company gym, sports and recreational facilities.
• Company Activities – Team bonding, family day, staff outings and Dinner & Dance.

Benefits are subject to the employing company's policies and eligibility criteria.