Deputy Project Manager

Overview:
We are inviting applications for a prospective Deputy Project Manager position. In this role, you will oversee a portfolio of local infrastructure projects from inception to successful completion, working closely with the Design and Construction team. Success in this position is defined by effective and proactive project management, maintaining strong relationships with team members, subcontractors, and clients, and delivering high-quality projects that align with stakeholders expectations and objectives.

This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to contribute to high-value infrastructure and engineering projects. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering excellence in bid engineering, we welcome your application.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborates closely with the Management, BU Manager and Construction members throughout each site to strategically plan and coordinate all aspects of project execution, including the preparation of documentation, project management plan, cash flow projection/claim plans, project schedules, procurement plan, support in design phase, engagement of all stakeholders involved, acquisition of necessary permits, and securing of variation orders.

• Partners with the site team to establish and implement safety protocols during project start-up, and actively promotes a culture of safety to ensure that safety standards and goals are maintained consistently throughout the project duration.

• Reviews and approves progress claims and invoices submitted by Sub-Contractors and suppliers ensures timely collection of progress payments, monitors and updates project cash flow forecasts, and oversees the management and release of statutory holdbacks in accordance with contractual and legal requirements.

• Manages and expedites the review and approval process for shop drawings, ensuring that all submissions are accurately evaluated and approved in a timely manner to prevent project delays.

• Reviews and assesses project changes, including scope modifications and additional work requests verifies cost implications and evaluates Sub-Contractor change orders to ensure fairness, accuracy, and alignment with contract terms.

• Involve in stakeholders discussion and actively participates in Main-Contractors / Sub-Contractors coordination meetings to foster strong working relationships, address outstanding issues, and provide regular updates on project progress, timelines, and milestones.

• Supports the Construction Managers in addressing on-site labor challenges, resolving contract disputes, and navigating any issues with project stakeholders to maintain workflow continuity and project momentum.

• Conducts on-site inspections to ensure all work meets the necessary quality standards, and collaborates with the Construction teams and Sub-Contractors to identify, document, and promptly rectify any deficiencies.

• Oversees and facilitates a seamless and well-coordinated project handover to the client, ensuring all final inspections are completed, occupancy permits are obtained, and the Quality Assurance Manager is formally introduced to support post-handover quality assurance and client satisfaction.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5-8 years experience managing construction projects(Metro, Plant, Manufacturing sector) with a single value of $50 million or more, complemented by prior on-site construction experience.

• Completion of a degree in engineering, construction technology, or a related equivalent technical trade program. A combination of substantial industry experience and relevant professional development may also be considered as a plus point.

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to communicate effectively, inspire team collaboration, and drive project stakeholders toward shared goals.

• Proven ability to interpret, coordinate, and analyze blueprints and shop drawings, identifying and resolving discrepancies to maintain construction accuracy and quality.

• Experience in reviewing and aligning subcontractor, vendors and third-party service scopes with tender documentation to ensure contractual clarity and scope compliance.

• Solid understanding of local building codes, construction regulations, and permitting requirements.

• Practical, hands-on experience in a construction trade is considered an asset.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Project, Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Possessed safety certification such as BCSS or Safety Co-ordinator.