Deputy Project Manager / Construction Manager – Infrastructure

About the role

The Deputy Project Manager / Construction Manager will lead the development of construction methodologies, execution plans and work sequencing for large‑scale infrastructure projects. Reporting to senior leadership, you will ensure that designs are translated into safe, cost‑effective, and executable construction solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead preparation and enhancement of construction methodologies, execution plans and work sequencing for tender submissions and project implementation.
• Assess tender documents, engineering drawings, technical specifications and geotechnical reports to identify challenges and opportunities.
• Formulate practical, safe and economically viable construction approaches.
• Prepare method statements, construction phasing plans, temporary works schemes and technical proposals.
• Develop detailed construction schedules, manpower and resource plans, equipment allocation strategies and marine logistics arrangements.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, construction and commercial teams to align methodology with schedule, budget and risk objectives.
• Contribute to value engineering and alternative construction solutions.
• Provide technical support during execution and resolve site‑related issues.
• Document best practices and drive continuous improvement of construction processes.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in marine works, MRT projects, deep excavation, geotechnical engineering or large‑scale infrastructure.
• Strong background in construction methodology development, project planning and site execution.
• Proven ability to design practical, buildable and cost‑efficient solutions.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Experience working with agencies such as LTA, HDB, MPA, PSA is advantageous.

Required skills

• Marine works
• MRT project experience
• Deep excavation
• Geotechnical engineering
• Construction methodology development
• Project planning and scheduling
• Construction sequencing
• Temporary works design
• Marine logistics coordination
• Equipment utilization planning
• Productivity optimisation techniques