Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee and support critical gas pipeline construction projects. You will manage projects end-to-end —planning, coordination, execution, control, and successful close-out—ensuring alignment with company strategy, commitments, and goals. The role requires deep experience in pipeline works (especially diversions and new transmission lines ) and proven ability to operate within the stringent requirements of government-agency contracts .

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Manage all phases of pipeline projects from inception to final close-out.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Lead pre-construction activities, including constructability reviews, value engineering, and risk-mitigation planning.
• Direct and manage superintendents and subcontractors to deliver safe, high-quality, on-schedule work.

Contract Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for government clients (e.g., SP Group/SP PowerGas, HDB, LTA ).
• Ensure strict adherence to all contract specifications, terms, and conditions.
• Prepare, review, and manage project documentation, including permits-to-work (PTW), drawings, site plans, inspection records, and safety reports.
• Conduct daily/weekly coordination meetings with subcontractors to review progress, address challenges, and align upcoming work; track performance against schedules and milestones.
• Evaluate subcontractor claims, issue variation instructions, and certify payments.
• Monitor budgets and manage cost variances.

Stakeholder & Public Liaison

• Proactively manage communications with government officials, regulators, landowners, and the public.
• Facilitate public meetings and address community concerns related to construction activities.
• Coordinate with other utilities and agencies on joint trench and right-of-way interfaces.
• Act as the main liaison with SPPG's Earthworks Surveillance & Patrolling (ESP) and DPOM for meetings, reviews, and inspections.

Quality Assurance & Safety

• Lead risk assessments, method statements, and toolbox briefings.
• Recommend innovative solutions to overcome underground-utility constraints.
• Enforce workplace safety and risk-management procedures; conduct toolbox meetings.
• Drive a zero-LTI target; ensure a full-time RES and LCDW are deployed on site.
• Foster a strong safety-first culture aligned with SP Group's talent framework.

Requirements

Education & Experience: Diploma/Degree in Construction Management, Civil, Mechanical, or Utility Engineering. Minimum 3–5 years' experience in project management (preferably in utilities pipeline projects).

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management tools and MS Office (Excel/Word). Familiarity with SP PowerGas/EMA project procedures and underground utility guidelines is an advantage.
• Certification: CSPM/WSH training (e.g., BCSS, Supervise Work in Confined Space) is an advantage. Certified RES/RE and WSH Supervisor; LCDW certification is an advantage.
• Other Requirements: Possession of a valid driving license. Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills. Excellent command of spoken and written English.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Proficient in AutoCAD, BIM-360, and GIS utility mapping.
• Strong stakeholder-management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to lead multicultural site teams and drive continual improvement.

Reporting Line & Working Conditions

• Reports to: Operations Manager (Utilities)
• Work base: Island-wide worksites; primarily site-based with occasional night work during shutdowns.
• Schedule: 5-day week; weekend/shift work as required by SP Group shutdown windows.