Assistant Construction Manager (Property Developer)

About the role

The Assistant Construction Manager supports the overall planning, site execution, and quality control of property development projects from pre-construction through to final handover. This role is responsible for overseeing daily site operations, enforcing QA/QC (Qlassic/CONQUAS) and health & safety standards, tracking construction schedules, and managing contractor claims and variation orders. Acting as the primary liaison between internal contract/project teams, main contractors, sub-contractors, consultants, and local authorities, this role ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to specified quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily construction activities, enforce quality standards (Qlassic/CONQUAS), and ensure work complies with approved drawings and safety regulations.
• Review contractor progress claims, variation orders (VOs), extension of time (EOT) requests, and support tender package preparation with the Contracts team.
• Monitor project timelines, identify delay risks, and enforce catch-up plans with main contractors.
• Coordinate between consultants, main contractors, sub-contractors, and internal teams to resolve site technical issues promptly.
• Assist in local authority inspections for Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC) and oversee defect rectifications prior to Vacant Possession (VP).

About you

• Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent recognized qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in residential or commercial construction projects.
• Knowledgeable in construction sequencing, structural works, architectural finishes, and subcontractor coordination.
• Familiar with construction safety regulations, QA/QC operational controls, and Integrated Management System (IMS) implementation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Willing to travel and preferably willing to work outstation as and when is required.