Project Executive

Job Title

Project Executive

Job Description Summary

As Project Executive of Project & Development Services, you will support project teams across all phases of the project lifecycle, building a working understanding of project management, construction and fit-out practice in Singapore as you develop towards a project management career.

Job Description

Role Purpose

To support project teams with documentation, coordination and site activities, while building the knowledge and skills needed to progress to Assistant Project Manager.

The Project Executive is accountable for the accuracy and timeliness of the tasks assigned to them. The role works under direction and does not hold responsibility for project outcomes, client management or commercial decisions.

Key Accountabilities

• Complete assigned tasks accurately, on time and to the standard requested.

• Support preparation of project documentation, including agendas, minutes, trackers and reports.

• Attend project, design and site meetings as directed, and take accurate notes.

• Support site inspections and keep photo records and observations.

• Maintain project filing in the approved document repository.

• Comply with all WSH requirements and company HSSE procedures.

• Learn and use company systems, digital tools and AI-enabled solutions.

• Take ownership of your learning and development.

Decision Authority

The Project Executive is expected to:

• Prioritise your own tasks within the direction given.
• Do not issue instructions to contractors or consultants, or make commitments on behalf of the client or Cushman & Wakefield.
• Escalate any safety, quality, programme or cost concerns to the Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager immediately.

Capability Overview

• Developing understanding of the project lifecycle and construction or fit-out processes.

• Sound organisational and time-management skills.

• Clear, professional written and verbal communication.

• Attention to detail.

• Positive, proactive attitude to learning and taking direction.

Experience And Qualifications

• Any working experience in building construction, engineering or interior fit-out works (internships and industry attachments considered).
• Degree or Diploma in Project Management, Building & Construction, Engineering, Architecture or a related built-environment discipline.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with willingness to learn Microsoft Project, Primavera P6 and Procore.
• Familiarity with Singapore's WSH framework is an advantage.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”