Senior Construction Project Manager

About the role

The Project Manager leads construction projects from inception to completion, covering project planning, site execution, cost control, contract administration, quality assurance and safety management. The role acts as the main point of coordination between clients, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders to deliver projects on time, within budget and to the required standard.

Key responsibilities

• Lead project budgeting, cost planning, forecasting and cost control; monitor expenditure, evaluate cost risks and optimise resource use to keep projects profitable.
• Manage the full project lifecycle from planning to completion, coordinating teams, subcontractors, consultants and stakeholders and managing risks, issues and progress.
• Ensure construction activities meet quality standards, specifications and regulations, oversee QA/QC processes, inspections and non-conformity resolution.
• Develop and implement manpower, equipment and material plans, and optimise resource allocation to meet milestones and contractual obligations.
• Implement and enforce Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) policies, including inspections, risk assessments, safety audits and stakeholder engagement.
• Manage client, consultant, supplier and regulator relationships, administer contracts, monitor obligations, handle variations and claims and facilitate communication.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Project Management or a related field.
• Minimum 10-15 years in construction, with significant experience managing large-scale projects.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials and processes, and understanding of the legal and regulatory aspects of construction.
• Strong verbal, written and organisational skills.