Assistant Project Manager - General Construction

Key Responsibilities • Assist the Project Manager in managing general construction projects from project award through completion, handover, and defect liability period. • Plan and coordinate project schedules, procurement, subcontractors, suppliers, manpower, and site activities to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. • Coordinate with clients, consultants, architects, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams throughout project execution. • Coordinate architectural, structural, M&E, and other construction trades in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and project schedules. • Review drawings, material submissions, method statements, and technical requirements, and assist in resolving site and coordination issues. • Monitor site progress, workmanship, safety, quality, and subcontractor performance through regular site inspections and project meetings. • Assist with project documentation, including progress claims, variation orders (VOs), procurement, cost control, reporting, and completion documentation. • Coordinate inspections, testing and commissioning, defects rectification, and project handover. • Support tender preparation, technical submissions, and pre-award planning where required. Qualifications & Requirements • Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Building, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related discipline. • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in general building, construction, A&A, or main contractor projects. • Good understanding of construction methods, architectural, structural and M&E coordination, and project delivery processes. • Able to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation. • Familiar with project planning, procurement, subcontractor coordination, progress claims, and variation orders. • Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of AutoCAD or Microsoft Project is an advantage. • Strong communication, coordination, organisational, and problem-solving skills. • Able to work effectively in a fast-paced site environment and travel when required.