Assistant Project Manager

Job Title

Assistant Project Manager

Job Description Summary

The Assistant Project Manager supports project delivery by taking ownership of defined workstreams and, over time, managing smaller, lower-complexity projects under supervision.

Job Description

Role Purpose

To support the Project Manager in delivering projects, taking ownership of defined parts of the project and preparing key project deliverables for review.

Key Accountabilities

• Take ownership of defined project workstreams and deliver assigned outputs to the required quality and timeframe.
• Prepare key project plans, reports, trackers and other deliverables for review.
• Coordinate consultants, contractors and client representatives at working level, escalating risks and issues early.
• Manage smaller, lower-complexity projects under the close supervision of a Project Manager.
• Support project controls, governance, HSEQ and commercial requirements while building readiness for the Project Manager role.

Decision Authority

The Assistant Project Manager is expected to:

• Make day-to-day decisions within assigned workstreams, as directed by the Project Manager.
• Coordinate routine site and consultant activities in line with agreed project plans.
• Do not approve variations, cost commitments or contractual instructions.
• Escalate programme, cost, quality, safety and client issues to the Project Manager promptly.

Capability Overview

• Working knowledge of the project lifecycle and construction or fit-out delivery.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deliverables.
• Clear written and verbal communication with clients, consultants and contractors.
• Developing commercial awareness of cost and programme management.
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and follow them through.

Experience And Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in building construction, engineering, project management or interior fit-out works.
• Degree or Diploma in Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Facilities Management or an equivalent construction-related discipline.
• Working understanding of Singapore's WSH regulations and relevant Codes of Practice.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project or Primavera P6, and Microsoft Office. Experience with Procore or similar platforms is an advantage.
• Interest in working towards professional accreditation such as PMP, RICS or SISV.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”