Project Manager 

About the job

We are looking for an experienced and results-oriented Project Manager to lead civil and infrastructure maintenance, renewal and upgrading projects from planning and mobilisation through execution, testing, handover and close-out.

The role carries overall responsibility for project delivery, safety, programme, quality, cost, commercial and contractual performance, and stakeholder coordination. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams and work closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver projects effectively in active and operational environments.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of complex infrastructure projects and contribute your experience to the maintenance, renewal and upgrading of critical civil and infrastructure assets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the overall planning, mobilisation, execution, monitoring, testing, handover and close-out of projects.
  • Establish the project execution strategy, master programme, resource plan, reporting structure and key project controls.
  • Lead and manage engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, suppliers and support functions, with clear responsibilities, expectations and delivery objectives.
  • Review technical submissions, construction methods, risk assessments, work sequences and temporary works or access arrangements.
  • Monitor project progress, productivity, budget, cash flow and commercial performance, and initiate corrective or recovery actions where required.
  • Work closely with the Quantity Surveyor on procurement, variations, claims, payment matters, commercial issues and final accounts.
  • Ensure full compliance with contract specifications, approved drawings, project quality plans, WSH requirements and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage project risks, opportunities, interfaces, changes, constraints and escalations through timely decisions and documented actions.
  • Lead progress, coordination, safety and management meetings with clients, consultants, authorities, subcontractors and other project stakeholders.
  • Provide accurate project reports, forecasts and updates to senior management, highlighting key risks, issues, progress and required decisions.
  • Support tender submissions, proposals and business development activities when required.
  • Promote a strong culture of safety, accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement across the project team.

Qualifications & Requirements 

  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 8 years of relevant civil engineering or infrastructure experience, with proven responsibility for project or package delivery.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing project programmes, resources, costs, quality, safety and contractual obligations.
  • Strong leadership, stakeholder-management, negotiation, communication and decision-making skills.
  • Good working knowledge of construction methods, contract administration, project controls, statutory requirements and commercial processes.
  • Experience in rail, tunnelling, underground infrastructure, civil maintenance, infrastructure renewal or live operating environments will be an advantage.
  • Experience working with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and regulatory or statutory authorities will be an advantage.
  • PMP certification, professional engineering registration or relevant project and safety certifications will be an advantage.
  • Strong sense of ownership, accountability and commitment to safe and quality project
    delivery.

Work Arrangement

This role requires regular attendance at project sites and close engagement with site teams and project stakeholders.

The incumbent must be prepared to attend site outside normal working hours or perform ad hoc shift work, including night work, when required for project activities, critical milestones, testing, commissioning, incidents or other operational requirements.

Working arrangements will depend on the requirements of the assigned project.

How to apply

If you are a team player, meticulous & organized, and more importantly, believe that YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE, we would like to hear from you.

Simply submit your application with your updated Resume by clicking the ‘Apply Now’.

Please indicate the below information in your resume:​
· Current & Expected salary​
· Reason(s) for leaving​
· Notice Period / Availability to commence work

We look forward to hear from you.