Senior Project Engineer - Construction Lead

cmt construction pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CMT Construction Pte. Ltd. is seeking a capable Senior Engineer / Assistant Project Manager / Project Manager to own multiple projects and lead day-to-day operations in Singapore.

You will coordinate site teams, subcontractors and suppliers while ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery. The role requires at least 5 years of construction/project management experience, strong planning and cost-control skills, and the ability to make sound decisions with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant construction or civil engineering project experience.
• Experience in independently managing projects or supervising construction teams.
• Practical understanding of Singapore construction processes, site operations and safety requirements.
• Strong planning, coordination and cost-management skills.
• Able to make sound decisions and manage priorities with minimal supervision.
• Resourceful, accountable, proactive and willing to take ownership of challenges.
• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline; equivalent relevant experience will also be considered.
• Experience managing several projects concurrently would be an advantage.
• Good command of spoken and written English. Proficiency in Mandarin and/or other languages will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage multiple construction projects from planning to completion.
• Lead and coordinate site teams, supervisors, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Plan manpower, materials, project schedules and operational resources.
• Monitor project progress, costs, productivity, quality and safety compliance.
• Identify site challenges early, propose practical solutions and implement recovery plans.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and relevant stakeholders.
• Oversee project reporting, variation orders and progress claims in coordination with the relevant team.
• Provide regular updates to management, highlighting risks, solutions and key decisions.
• Prepare project presentations, attend tender briefings and interviews, and present proposed solutions and ideas to prospective clients.

Skills

Planning

Coordination

Cost management

Decision making

Ownership

Proactivity

English proficiency

Mandarin skills

Education

Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

CMT Construction Pte. Ltd. is seeking a capable Senior Engineer / Assistant Project Manager / Project Manager to own multiple projects and lead day-to-day operations in Singapore.

You will coordinate site teams, subcontractors and suppliers while ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery. The role requires at least 5 years of construction/project management experience, strong planning and cost-control skills, and the ability to make sound decisions with minimal supervision.