Job Purpose

To oversee end-to-end construction operations, manpower deployment, project coordination, safety compliance, and resource planning to ensure smooth, timely, and cost-efficient completion of construction projects in alignment with BCA, MOM, WSH, and industry standards.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1️⃣ Strategic Operations & Project Oversight

• Lead and manage daily construction operations across multiple project sites
• Develop operational plans, workflows, and resource allocation schedules
• Establish operational KPIs and ensure project progress meets milestones
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, QS, and subcontractors
• Conduct weekly operations review and management reports

2️⃣ Manpower & Resource Management

• Plan manpower deployment in compliance with MOM regulations
• Manage hiring, training, and skills upgrading of staff (CoreTrade / Multi-Skill workers)
• Oversee machinery, equipment allocation, and maintenance planning
• Coordinate with manpower agencies, suppliers & subcontractors

3️⃣ Compliance, Safety & Quality

• Ensure worksite compliance with local WSH Act & BCA guidelines
• Conduct safety audits, toolbox meetings, and risk management activities
• Implement Quality & Safety Management Systems (ISO / CONQUAS)
• Maintain proper site documentation, permits to work & safety logs
• Ensure adherence to environmental and site security requirements

4️⃣ Project & Cost Control

• Monitor project budgets, cost utilization, and material consumption
• Support procurement and supplier negotiation to optimize cost
• Review progress claims, variation orders & subcontractor invoices
• Track productivity and implement cost-saving improvements

5️⃣ Stakeholder & Government Liaison

• Coordinate with clients, consultants, authorities & vendors
• Handle authority submissions and inspections (BCA, PUB, SCDF, LTA, NEA)
• Attend meetings with developers, architects & regulatory bodies
• Manage client communication and project escalations

6️⃣ Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain project and operations documentation
• Prepare weekly/monthly management reports and progress dashboards
• Track operations data for audit and compliance reporting

️ Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Singapore construction standards and regulations
• Experience in Civil, Structural, M&E and site coordination
• Skilled in resource planning, manpower deployment & logistics
• Proficiency in MS Project, AutoCAD reading, BIM knowledge preferred
• Strong leadership, communication & problem-solving ability

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management
• Minimum 5+ years in Singapore construction operations
• WSQ / MOM Safety certification preferred (e.g., WSH Supervisor / BCSS)