C&S Construction Manager (Civil & Structural)

Key Responsibilities

Construction Management

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all civil and structural construction activities on site.
• Manage construction works in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and project requirements.
• Monitor project progress and ensure works are completed according to the approved programme.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and relevant stakeholders.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, technical submissions, and work procedures.
• Identify construction issues and implement appropriate solutions to minimise delays and disruptions.
• Monitor manpower, materials, equipment, and resources required for construction activities.
• Ensure proper coordination between civil, structural, architectural, M&E, and other project disciplines.

Technical & Quality Control

• Supervise structural works including foundations, piling, reinforced concrete, steel structures, and related works.
• Oversee civil works such as earthworks, drainage, roads, infrastructure, and external works where applicable.
• Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, and rectification of defective or non-conforming works.
• Review and monitor technical submissions, shop drawings, method statements, and material approvals.
• Work closely with consultants and site teams to resolve technical and construction-related matters.

Project Planning & Progress

• Monitor daily and weekly construction progress against the project schedule.
• Attend site meetings and provide updates on progress, delays, risks, and outstanding issues.
• Assist in preparing construction programmes, work schedules, and recovery plans.
• Identify potential delays and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Coordinate work sequencing to ensure efficient project execution.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure construction activities comply with applicable Malaysian occupational safety and health requirements.
• Promote and enforce safe working practices at the construction site.
• Coordinate with the Safety and Health team to address site safety concerns.
• Ensure contractors and subcontractors comply with project safety requirements and approved procedures.
• Maintain proper site records, inspection reports, and construction documentation.

Contract & Cost Management

• Monitor contractors' and subcontractors' performance against contractual requirements.
• Assist in reviewing variations, claims, site instructions, and extension-of-time matters.
• Monitor material usage, wastage, labour, and construction resources.
• Support the Project Manager in cost control and commercial matters.
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with approved budgets and contractual requirements.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare and review daily, weekly, and monthly construction progress reports.
• Maintain proper records of site activities, inspections, drawings, approvals, and technical correspondence.
• Coordinate with consultants and contractors regarding RFIs, technical submissions, and site instructions.
• Ensure proper documentation for testing, commissioning, handover, and project close-out.

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and coordinate site engineers, supervisors, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the construction team.
• Conduct regular site inspections and coordination meetings.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, consultants, authorities, contractors, and internal departments.
• Resolve site conflicts and construction issues professionally and efficiently.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant construction experience, with substantial experience in civil and structural works.
• Proven experience managing large-scale construction projects in Malaysia.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, structural works, civil works, project planning, and site management.
• Familiarity with Malaysian construction standards, statutory requirements, and authority procedures.
• Experience coordinating consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, method statements, and quality requirements.
• Good knowledge of construction safety and health requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of AutoCAD, Primavera P6, MS Project, or other construction/project management software is an advantage.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
• Willing to be based at construction/project sites and travel when required.

Professional Qualifications

• Registration with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) as a Professional Engineer (Ir.) is an advantage.
• Membership with relevant professional bodies such as IEM is an advantage.
• Relevant construction safety certifications are an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Construction & Site Management
• Civil & Structural Engineering
• Project Planning & Scheduling
• Contract & Contractor Management
• Quality Control
• Health & Safety
• Technical Problem-Solving
• Cost & Resource Management
• Leadership & Team Management
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Risk Management
• Communication & Negotiation

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Project completion within approved schedule and budget.
• Compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Reduction of construction defects and rework.
• Effective management of contractors and subcontractors.
• Compliance with safety requirements and reduction of site incidents.
• Timely resolution of technical and construction issues.
• Effective resource and manpower utilization.
• Successful project handover and close-out.