Assistant Project Manager
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Summary
Assistant Project Manager at a Singapore engineering & construction firm: supports the Project Manager day to day by coordinating site activities, subcontractors, schedules, costs, and documentation, and helps with quotations, tenders, and handover. Tools include Microsoft Office, with AutoCAD and Microsoft Project as advantages.
Job Description
We are seeking a responsible and motivated Assistant Project Manager to support the planning, coordination and execution of projects. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Manager, site team, subcontractors, suppliers and clients to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and in accordance with quality and safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Project Manager in planning, coordinating and monitoring project progress.
- Coordinate daily site activities, manpower, materials, equipment and subcontractors.
- Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and relevant authorities on project matters.
- Monitor project schedules and ensure work is completed according to approved drawings, specifications and timelines.
- Prepare project reports, progress updates, meeting minutes and other relevant documentation.
- Assist in preparing quotations, tender documents, progress claims and variation orders.
- Monitor project costs, material usage and resource allocation.
- Conduct site inspections to ensure work quality and compliance with safety requirements.
- Identify project issues, delays and risks, and assist in implementing corrective actions.
- Coordinate testing, defect rectification, project handover and completion documentation.
- Perform other project-related duties as assigned by management.
Job Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Building, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline.
- Preferably 2–3 years of relevant experience in project coordination or construction project management.
- Knowledge of project planning, site coordination, construction processes and project documentation.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; knowledge of AutoCAD or Microsoft Project will be an advantage.
- Good communication, coordination, problem-solving and organisational skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willing to travel to project sites and work on-site when required.
- Responsible, self-motivated, proactive and able to meet project deadlines.