Managing director

1. Overall Business & Operational Leadership

• Take full responsibility for the company’s day-to-day operations, strategic planning, and long-term development.
• Lead the construction business in compliance with Singapore regulations, including BCA, MOM, and other relevant authorities.
• Represent the company in dealings with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and government agencies.

1. Project Management & Delivery

• Oversee the full project lifecycle from tendering, planning, execution, and completion to final handover.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual, technical, and safety requirements.
• Review and approve construction methods, project schedules, budgets, and risk assessments.
• Resolve major technical, contractual, or site issues escalated by project teams.

1. Construction & Technical Oversight

• Provide strong technical leadership and guidance on construction methodologies, sequencing, and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and statutory requirements.
• Monitor site performance, productivity, quality control, and safety management systems.

1. Financial & Commercial Management

• Oversee project costing, budgeting, cash flow planning, and cost control.
• Review and approve major expenditures, variation claims, subcontractor payments, and procurement strategies.
• Work closely with finance and commercial teams to ensure healthy margins and sustainable profitability.

1. Team & Organization Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop project managers, site managers, engineers, and support teams.
• Establish clear reporting structures, KPIs, and performance management systems.
• Build a strong, disciplined, and accountable construction team culture.

1. Tendering & Business Development

• Lead or support tender strategy, pricing, risk assessment, and contract negotiations.
• Evaluate new business opportunities, project feasibility, and resource capacity.
• Strengthen relationships with clients, consultants, and strategic partners.

Job Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building, or related disciplines.
• Professional qualifications or certifications (e.g. PE, PMP) are an advantage but not mandatory.

• Minimum 10–15 years of hands-on experience in the construction or engineering industry.
• Proven track record in managing multiple construction projects simultaneously.
• Prior experience as a Managing Director, Project Director, Construction Director, or Senior Project Manager is strongly preferred.
• Solid exposure to Singapore’s construction environment, regulations, and industry practices.

• Strong knowledge of construction processes, project controls, contracts, and site operations.
• Deep understanding of project lifecycle management, including tendering, execution, and close-out.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, manpower, subcontractors, and risks effectively.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities.

• Familiar with BCA requirements, safety regulations, quality standards, and MOM requirements.
• Experience dealing with statutory submissions, inspections, and compliance matters.