General Manager (Construction) - Toa Payoh

Position: General Manager

The core objective is to maximize investment returns, enhance brand value, and achieve sustainable and high-quality growth for the company.

1. Strategic Planning & Decision-Making

• Formulate and implement the company’s medium- and long-term development strategies, annual business plans, and budget schemes.
• Make final decisions and manage risks on major investment projects (e.g., land acquisition, equity partnerships).
• Represent the company in handling key external relationships, including with government authorities, financial institutions, and strategic partners.

1. Investment & Land Acquisition

• Lead the investment and business development team to identify market opportunities and build reliable land information channels.
• Oversee feasibility studies, financial modelling, investment analysis, and negotiations for land projects; ensure accountability for land reserves.
• Supervise government approval and permitting processes for early-stage projects.

1. Project Development & Construction Management

• Take overall responsibility for project lifecycle management—quality, cost, safety, and schedule.
• Supervise design, cost, and engineering teams to ensure all phases—from planning and design to construction and delivery—meet company standards for quality, budget, and progress.
• Make decisions on major technical solutions and key procurement contracts within projects.

1. Marketing & Asset Operations

• Develop and execute overall marketing strategies and sales plans to achieve sales and cash flow targets.
• For investment-holding assets (e.g., commercial complexes, office buildings, long-term rental apartments), lead the operations team in developing leasing, operations, and asset management strategies to enhance asset value and rental income.
• Bear ultimate responsibility for brand building and corporate reputation.

1. Corporate Operations & Financial Management

• Fully oversee daily corporate operations, optimizing organizational structure and management processes.
• Lead the finance team in capital planning, fundraising, and tax optimization to ensure healthy cash flow.
• Approve major financial expenditures and contracts.

1. Team Development & Corporate Culture

• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing management team.
• Establish and promote the company’s culture and core values to strengthen team cohesion and morale.
• Implement an effective performance management system to incentivize teams to achieve company objectives.

Job Qualifications:

1. Education & Experience

• Master’s degree or above in Architecture, Engineering Management, Real Estate, Economics, MBA, or related fields preferred.
• At least 20 years of experience in the real estate industry, with a minimum of 10 years in senior management positions (e.g., President, Vice President, General Manager) at large-scale real estate groups or regional companies.
• Proven track record in full-cycle management of multiple mid-to-large scale residential, commercial, or mixed-use development projects, with complete experience in land acquisition, development, sales, and operations. Candidates with similar experience in Singapore are preferred.

1. Core Competencies & Skills

• Strategic Vision & Investment Acumen: Strong insight into real estate market trends and excellent judgment in investment decisions.
• Leadership & Resource Integration: Ability to navigate complex situations and integrate internal and external resources effectively.
• Business Negotiation & Government Relations: Skilled in project investment, partnership negotiations, and stakeholder management.
• Financial Expertise: Proficient in investment analysis, cash flow management, and financing tools.
• Comprehensive Engineering Knowledge: Familiar with all phases including planning, design, tendering, procurement, and construction management.
• Team Leadership: Adept at talent selection, development, and motivation of high-performing teams.

1. Personal Attributes

• Strong sense of responsibility, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Results-oriented with a strong drive for achievement and risk awareness.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Integrity, professionalism, and strong business ethics.