Job description where it is an outline of work performed:
The Building Technical Manager plays a pivotal role in collaborating with the General Manager to holistically manage the diverse portfolio of subsidiaries operating under the purview of the Asia-Pacific Regional Headquarters.
The responsibilities of the Building Technical Manager, based on extensive construction management experience across all processes from project initiation to completion backed by highly technical expertise, include but are not limited to:
1. Establish smooth communication channels with managers of subsidiaries in Singapore, the ASEAN region, and Oceania, facilitating various management practices and guidelines to ensure that construction projects progress smoothly in terms of schedule, quality, safety, and cost, and coordinating with relevant departments at the Japan headquarters. This position is expected to contribute to advancing business operations to maximize the group's profits in this regard.
2. Systematically collect and analyse monthly project reports from subsidiaries, meticulously evaluate progress and cost metrics, and then distribute comprehensive feedback for approval.
3. Proactively identify and catalogue potential suppliers across Asia, fostering strategic procurement collaborations with each subsidiary.
4. Vigilantly monitor the progress of potential projects, meticulously updating their status until the prestigious awarding phase.
Based on practical expertise in construction project management, provide specialized advice to subsidiaries regarding leading key tenders, scrutinizing tender documents, supervising the tendering process, and formulating programs.
Job requirements where it is an essential responsibilities, qualifications, experience, and skills to perform the job:
1. A bachelor’s degree in architecture, building, or engineering disciplines or related field.
2. Minimum 10 years of experience in the construction industry. Successful candidate is expected to be in a global construction company for the latest 3 years to be familiar with the latest outlook of the building and construction industry and current industrial requirements and regulations.
3. Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience of construction management, overseeing the following:
- Schedule and process management to ensure construction to be completed by the initial deadline
- Quality management to ensure that deliverables meet the specifications and design drawings
- Safety management to ensure the safety of on-site workers
- Budget management to ensure the cost stays within the initially planned budget.
4. In addition to managing several aspects of construction projects, this position is required to possess hands-on experience leading document procedures with government agencies, negotiations with designers, and external partners/vendors in construction projects.
5. Experience managing all types of construction as Construction Manager, including:
- a. Foundation work (including earthwork, piling, concrete work, formwork, and steel construction)
- b. Main body construction (roofing work)
- c. Finishing work (interior work)
6. In-depth understanding of international practices, laws, and regulations, as well as standard is a must. Successful candidates need to be familiar with the followings:
- a. Architectural intricacies [HH1]
- b. Working drawings [HH2]
7. Knowledgeable about sustainability frameworks like LEED and their integration into construction practices
8. Willingness to undertake frequent overseas business travel.
