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• Approve construction contracts and tender documentation for submission.
• Refine and align construction plans with the overall project objectives and timelines.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate on-site risks in accordance with industry standards.
• Monitor construction progress to ensure timely delivery, cost control, and quality compliance as per contractual obligations.
• Coordinate across disciplines to manage action items and follow-ups from project meetings effectively.
• Foster a culture of high standards in quality assurance and quality control.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory, legislative, and organizational requirements.
• Oversee the selection and management of subcontractors to support construction activities.

• Manage stakeholder expectations regarding the resolution of defects, variations, and outstanding issues.
• Coordinate validation and closure of punch lists with key stakeholders.
• Establish protocols for testing and commissioning of systems, equipment, and components.
• Review and approve project handover and closure documentation for submission to relevant authorities.
• Supervise the resolution of defects identified during the Defects Liability Period (DLP).

• Ensure adherence to Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) policies and statutory requirements.
• Define and enforce health and safety policies and procedures across the organization.
• Analyze incidents and trends to recommend preventative measures and drive safety improvements.
• Promote the adoption of sustainable practices and green building strategies across all project phases.

• Lead recruitment, capability development, and retention of project talent in alignment with organizational goals.
• Drive team performance to meet or exceed defined project KPIs and deliverables.
• Manage project financials, including budget forecasting, expenditure tracking, and cost control.
• Define and pursue strategic business development objectives to support growth.

• Stay informed of emerging trends and technologies within the built environment.
• Assess the potential impact, benefits, and risks of new technologies.
• Lead the integration of innovative solutions to improve time, cost, and quality outcomes.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Review and validate risk management plans to ensure alignment with organizational risk frameworks.

Ensure all project activities adhere to relevant legislation, including:

• Building Control Act
• Electricity Act
• Fire Safety Act
• Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Act

Requirements

• Master’s / Bachelor's degree in building construction management, Civil and/or Structural Engineering, building discipline or equivalent.
• Preferable experience in successfully managing & completing a full-cycle project with a contract value of $1 billion will be added bonus.
• Preferable minimum 20 years of experience in managing large (>$100m), fast-track, diverse building projects with at least 10 years of project management working experience at a corporate level.

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