Construction Site Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Construction Site Manager to oversee daily construction activities, coordinate site teams and ensure projects meet safety, quality and completion requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations, manpower deployment, subcontractors, materials and equipment.

• Plan work schedules, monitor progress and resolve site coordination issues.

• Supervise construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications and project requirements.

• Coordinate with clients, consultants, project managers and subcontractors.

• Implement site safety procedures and follow up on unsafe conditions and corrective actions.

• Maintain progress reports, manpower records and relevant site documentation.

• Attend scheduled inspections, urgent site matters and approved works outside normal working hours when required.

Requirements

• Diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline, or substantial relevant construction supervisory experience.

• At least ten years of relevant construction experience, including responsibility for supervising site teams and coordinating works.

• Ability to interpret construction drawings, organise work activities and manage subcontractors.

• Practical knowledge of construction methods, quality requirements and workplace safety procedures.

• Ability to communicate work and safety instructions clearly and prepare reports in English.

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

Candidates who meet the core requirements will receive additional consideration for relevant safety qualifications and practical experience, including:

• Experience as a WSH Coordinator, WSH Officer or Safety Officer.

• WSQ Advanced Certificate in Workplace Safety and Health (Level B), or another relevant recognised WSH qualification.

• Current MOM registration as a WSH Officer, where applicable.

• Relevant construction safety supervisor and work-at-height training.

• Experience conducting inspections, coordinating risk assessments and following up safety improvements.

Safety qualifications are advantageous but are not mandatory for this position. Selection will consider overall suitability, construction management capability and relevant experience.

Accommodation and After-Hours Work

• Company-arranged accommodation is available, subject to eligibility and applicable accommodation requirements.

• The role may involve planned evening or weekend work and attendance at urgent site incidents. The expected frequency, notice arrangements and duty roster will be explained during recruitment.

• Overtime compensation, allowances or time off, as applicable, will be stated in the employment terms and administered in accordance with applicable requirements.