CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

We are an established ready-mixed concrete and construction company operating 15 batching plants across Singapore, with a workforce of over 250 employees and a monthly production of approximately 350,000 m³ of concrete.

We are seeking a highly capable Construction Project Manager to take full ownership of multi-plant ready-mixed concrete (RMC) production and the concrete supply and works we deliver to building construction projects in Singapore. The successful candidate will be accountable end to end for production planning, quality assurance, delivery performance, site coordination, cost control and workplace safety. The role requires strong technical depth in concrete technology, sound commercial judgement and the ability to lead a large multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Plant Operations

Take full responsibility for daily, weekly and monthly production planning across multiple batching plants, balancing customer orders, casting schedules, plant capacity, fleet availability and manpower.

Supervise batching operations so that every load is produced strictly to approved mix designs, specifications and standards, including SS EN 206 and project-specific requirements.

Plan and execute large continuous pours, mass concrete pours, night casting and time-critical deliveries, including contingency plans for plant breakdown, traffic delays and adverse weather.

Track production KPIs, including output, on-time delivery rate, rejected loads, returned concrete and material wastage, and put improvements in place to meet company targets.

Manage raw material inventory and coordinate with suppliers so that cement, aggregates and admixtures are always sufficient.

Quality Assurance & Technical Control

Establish, implement and enforce QA/QC procedures covering raw material acceptance, batching accuracy, fresh concrete properties and hardened concrete performance.

Oversee sampling and testing in accordance with SS EN 12350 and SS EN 12390, including slump, temperature and cube compressive strength testing, and analyse test data trends to detect issues early.

Lead investigations into low cube results, non-conforming concrete and customer complaints; determine root causes and carry out corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Prepare and present mix design submissions, conduct trial mixes and obtain approvals from consultants, Qualified Persons (QPs) and main contractors.

Advise customers on the appropriate concrete grade, workability, admixture use and placing methods for different structural elements and site conditions.

Project & Client Coordination

Serve as the main point of contact for main contractors and site teams on casting schedules, pour sequences, site access, pump arrangements and site readiness.

Attend site coordination and progress meetings, resolve technical, delivery and quality issues promptly, and escalate risks to management with recommended solutions.

Manage delivery orders, project documentation, variation requests and progress claims accurately and on time.

Commercial & Cost Management

Prepare, monitor and control project and plant operating budgets, including production costs, overtime, fuel, maintenance and material consumption.

Analyse cost per cubic metre and margins, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.

Support management in costing, quotations and tenders for new projects.

Equipment & Fleet Management

Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of the batching plants, truck mixers, wheel loaders and other equipment to keep breakdowns and downtime to a minimum.

Coordinate truck mixer deployment and dispatch, and make sure vehicles and drivers comply with LTA and Traffic Police requirements.

Workplace Safety, Health & Environment

Ensure strict compliance with the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Act and its subsidiary regulations, MOM requirements and company WSH policies.

Lead risk assessments, safe work procedures, toolbox meetings, safety inspections and incident investigations, and promote a strong safety culture.

Ensure compliance with NEA requirements on dust, noise, wastewater, slurry treatment and waste disposal.

Leadership & People Management

Lead, supervise and develop plant supervisors, QC technicians, batching operators, drivers and workers across multiple plants.

Plan manpower deployment, set performance targets, conduct appraisals and arrange training and certification.

Requirements

Experience

Minimum 2 years of experience in a supervisory or management role in ready-mixed concrete production, construction or concrete works.

Proven experience overseeing production and delivery operations across multiple batching plants (at least 5 plants).

Proven track record of managing a team of at least 100 staff, including plant operators, QC personnel and truck mixer drivers.

Proven track record of managing concrete production and delivery of at least 150,000 m³ per month.

Must have experience planning and executing large-volume continuous pours, mass concrete pours and night casting for building projects.

Must have experience handling concrete quality issues, including low cube results, rejected loads and customer complaints, through to root-cause investigation and corrective action.

Technical Knowledge

In-depth knowledge of concrete technology, including mix design principles, cementitious materials, admixtures, workability control, curing and durability.

Must be thoroughly familiar with SS EN 206, SS EN 12350 and SS EN 12390 requirements for concrete specification, sampling and testing.

Must be familiar with batching plant control systems and able to troubleshoot batching, weighing and production issues independently.

Sound working knowledge of Singapore regulatory requirements, including the WSH Act, BCA, NEA and LTA regulations relevant to concrete production and delivery.

Able to read and interpret project specifications, structural drawings, mix design submissions and test reports.

Skills & Competencies

Able to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure, including during plant breakdowns, delivery disruptions and urgent site demands.

Strong analytical and commercial skills, with the ability to analyse cost per m³, margins, wastage and productivity data and turn them into improvement actions.

Proven ability to manage relationships with main contractors, consultants, QPs and suppliers, including handling disputes and escalations.

Strong leadership skills, with the ability to plan manpower, enforce discipline and safety standards, and develop team members.

Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel, for production planning, reporting and cost analysis.

Other Requirements

Must be able to work flexible and extended hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends and public holidays, and respond to on-call emergencies according to project casting schedules.

Strong written and spoken English, with the ability to prepare technical reports, incident reports and correspondence with clients and consultants. Mandarin is an advantage, as the role liaises with Mandarin-speaking suppliers, subcontractors and workers.