project Director

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage large-scale civil engineering and infrastructure projects throughout the full project lifecycle, including planning, design coordination, procurement, construction, commissioning and project close-out.

• Develop and monitor project master schedules, budgets, cash flow, resource plans, key milestones and project performance targets.

• Oversee engineering, procurement and construction activities to ensure projects are delivered according to the approved scope, schedule, budget, quality and safety requirements.

• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, government agencies, joint-venture partners and internal departments on project execution and technical matters.

• Review technical proposals, construction methodologies, tender documents, contract requirements and project execution plans.

• Manage contractual and commercial matters, including variations, claims, progress payments, cost control and contract compliance.

• Identify and manage project risks relating to design, approvals, cost, schedule, construction, safety and stakeholder coordination.

• Provide leadership and direction to multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate the performance of relevant functional departments.

• Monitor site progress and resolve major technical, contractual, operational and coordination issues.

• Ensure all project activities comply with relevant statutory requirements, approved specifications, quality standards and workplace safety requirements.

• Prepare regular project reports and provide management with updates on project performance, key risks and recommended corrective actions.

• Support business development, tender evaluation and project feasibility assessment when required.

• Ensure proper project completion, handover, documentation and close-out.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, hydro structure or a related discipline.

• At least 5-20 years of relevant experience in civil engineering, infrastructure or construction project management.

• Proven experience managing large-scale Singapore LTA infrastructure projects, preferably involving railways, MRT, water infrastructure, dams, foundation works, Hydro-power Station Project or transit-oriented developments.

• Experience working on projects in Singapore or other international.

• Good knowledge of project planning, design management, tendering, contract administration, cost control and construction management.

• Strong stakeholder management, leadership, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

• Able to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced project environment.

• Proven track record in managing core key teams of a minimum of 20 personnel.

• Able to travel for overseas assignments and work beyond normal working hours when project requirements arise.