Associate Director / Senior Manager (Project Management)

Company description The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore Job description Job Description The successful candidate will manage and deliver housing asset and development projects - from planning and design through procurement, construction, and handover - ensuring safe, on-time, on-budget delivery that meets required quality and operational standards. Key Responsibilities 1) Project Delivery Manage assigned projects through the full lifecycle - planning, design, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning, handover, and close-out. 2) Project Monitoring & Risk Management Track project progress, costs, risks, and key deliverables against plan; identify issues early and drive timely mitigation and recovery actions. 3) Stakeholder Coordination Coordinate consultants, contractors, end users, and internal stakeholders to ensure project requirements, programme, budget, and quality objectives are met. 4) Procurement & Contract Administration Administer procurement and contract matters - tender documentation, evaluations, variations, claims, and payment recommendations - in accordance with University policies and procedures. 5) Technical Review Review design proposals, technical submissions, and method statements for compliance with project requirements, statutory regulations, and industry best practice. 6) Site Management Oversee site coordination, inspections, testing, and defect rectification, maintaining proper documentation and records throughout. 7) Reporting Prepare project reports, presentations, and approval papers to support management decision-making. 8) Additional Support Contribute to other housing asset improvement, upgrading, and development initiatives as assigned. Qualifications • Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related built environment discipline. • At least 5 years of relevant project management experience in building development, upgrading, addition & alteration (A&A), or asset enhancement projects; experience in institutional, residential, or campus environments is advantageous. • Sound knowledge of project planning, procurement, construction administration, and contract management, including cost, schedule, quality, and risk control. • Able to manage multiple stakeholders, consultants, and contractors independently, and to handle concurrent projects effectively. • Strong communication, coordination, problem-solving, and report-writing skills. • Working knowledge of Singapore building regulations, statutory requirements, and workplace safety guidelines. • Proficient in common office and project management software applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr