Assistant Project Manager

Job Overview

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Assistant Project Manager to support the planning, execution and delivery of property development and refurbishment projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating project stakeholders, monitoring project progress, and ensuring projects are completed within approved timelines, budget and quality standards.

This role offers the opportunity to manage assigned projects independently while working closely with consultants, contractors, authorities and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, coordination and implementation of property development and refurbishment projects.
• Manage assigned projects from planning and design stages through construction, handover and Defects Liability Period (DLP).
• Coordinate with consultants, architects, engineers, contractors and relevant authorities to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, quality standards and construction progress.
• Review and coordinate project drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Participate in tendering processes, consultant appointments and contract administration activities.
• Prepare project reports, progress updates and documentation for management review.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, authority approvals and company standards.
• Identify project risks and implement corrective actions to minimise delays and cost overruns.
• Attend site meetings, inspections and project coordination meetings as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Building, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Project Management or related disciplines.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in property development, construction or project management.
• Hands-on experience managing projects from planning, design and construction stages through completion.
• Experience in refurbishment, upgrading or redevelopment projects will be an added advantage.
• Good understanding of authority submission and approval processes.
• Familiar with contract administration, project handover and DLP management.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural and engineering drawings.
• Strong project coordination, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.