Senior Project Manager/Deputy PD - Airfield

Archer Recruitment; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in Singapore is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee the full project lifecycle of significant infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in construction management, including a strong track record in delivering civil projects. Responsibilities include managing project budgets, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work on large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12–15 years of construction management experience.
• At least 5 years in a project management or leadership capacity.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale civil projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full project lifecycle including planning and construction.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams to achieve milestones.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

People management

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera

MS Project

Job description

Our client is a Tier 1 Contractor with a strong construction portfolio in large infrastructure projects. In light of a recent project win, they are seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee full cycle delivery of sizeable infrastructure project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full project lifecycle including planning, design coordination, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, including engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and site personnel to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reports; ensure effective cost control and value engineering.
• Establish and monitor detailed project schedules, identifying critical paths and mitigating potential delays.
• Act as the primary liaison with clients, consultants, authorities, and internal management, ensuring effective communication and stakeholder alignment.
• Enforce compliance with quality assurance procedures, workplace safety standards, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks proactively throughout project delivery.
• Provide timely and accurate progress reports, presenting updates to senior management and clients.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• PEB / Chartered Engineer status preferred.
• Minimum 12–15 years of construction management experience, with at least 5 years in a project management or leadership capacity.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale civil, infrastructure, or structural projects (e.g. roads, bridges, utilities, or mixed-use developments).
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, project planning tools (Primavera, MS Project), and contract administration (FIDIC / PSSCOC).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and people management skills.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

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We appreciate every application, however, due to a high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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