Total 575 Construction / Property job vacancies in East Kilbride, Scotland, G74 4GH

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Construction Project Director to lead and oversee complex construction projects from inception to completion. This role requires a visionary leader with extensive construction management experience, financial acumen, and a deep commitment to quality and safety.

The Construction Project Director will play a pivotal role in driving project success, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring that each project meets or exceeds expectations on time and within budget.

Job Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all aspects of project planning, from initial budgeting and scheduling to implementation and completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Provide strategic leadership and foster a culture of collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, including contractors, engineers, and subcontractors, to achieve project goals while maintaining a high-performance work environment.
• Identify potential project risks and proactively develop solutions, ensuring safety and compliance with industry regulations and standards, while minimizing delays and cost overruns.
• Manage project budgets rigorously by tracking expenses, negotiating contracts, and controlling costs to maximize profitability without compromising quality or safety
• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular project updates, addressing concerns promptly, and ensuring transparent, effective communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure that all work meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance by conducting regular site inspections, reviewing plans, and verifying that all requirements are met.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by ensuring their vision and requirements are met, creating a foundation for repeat business and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in building works, with a preference for HDB experience
• Proven ability to manage teams and meet project timelines
• Strong crisis management skills
• Excellent communication skills and a team player

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Construction Project Director to lead and oversee complex construction projects from inception to completion. This role requires a visionary leader with extensive construction management experience, financial acumen, and a deep commitment to quality and safety.

The Construction Project Director will play a pivotal role in driving project success, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring that each project meets or exceeds expectations on time and within budget.

Job Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all aspects of project planning, from initial budgeting and scheduling to implementation and completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Provide strategic leadership and foster a culture of collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, including contractors, engineers, and subcontractors, to achieve project goals while maintaining a high-performance work environment.
• Identify potential project risks and proactively develop solutions, ensuring safety and compliance with industry regulations and standards, while minimizing delays and cost overruns.
• Manage project budgets rigorously by tracking expenses, negotiating contracts, and controlling costs to maximize profitability without compromising quality or safety
• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular project updates, addressing concerns promptly, and ensuring transparent, effective communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure that all work meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance by conducting regular site inspections, reviewing plans, and verifying that all requirements are met.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by ensuring their vision and requirements are met, creating a foundation for repeat business and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in building works, with a preference for HDB experience
• Proven ability to manage teams and meet project timelines
• Strong crisis management skills
• Excellent communication skills and a team player

We have vacant for a Quantity Surveyor (QS) personal in our company. Candidate must be able to converse and read in English & Chinese & other dialect (if possible) will be of great advantage. Interested candidate can sent their resume and call for an appointment (64488314). Please note that Job vacancy will only be available in Dec 2024 (DUE TO QUOTA REASON). It would be great if the person applying for the post are in the same line or have knowledge in the Aluminium Line. Able to do Quotation, Claims, Shop Drawing, co-ordinate with various parties on the projects & liaise with clients on the project. Knowledge about aluminium profile is a must. Must be a team player and share ideas to improve the job with the fellow workers. Outspoken, able to settle problems without guide.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for construction projects, covering materials, labor, equipment, and overheads.
• Develop and monitor project budgets to ensure costs remain within the approved limits.
• Lead the preparation of tender documents, including bills of quantities, specifications, and contracts.
• Analyze bids from contractors and suppliers, providing recommendations based on value, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiate terms with contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Oversee contract preparation and administration, ensuring all contractual obligations are clearly defined and met.
• Manage contract variations and adjustments to accommodate design changes or unforeseen circumstances.
• Ensure that projects comply with the contractual terms and conditions.
• Conduct interim valuations of work completed by contractors to facilitate progress payments.
• Evaluate and certify contractor and supplier invoices to ensure accuracy before payment approval.
• Prepare final accounts and settlements at the end of the project.
• Work closely with project managers and engineers to determine the impact of changes on project budgets and timelines.
• Lead the resolution of contractual disputes, including claims related to cost overruns, delays, or other issues.
• Negotiate settlements with contractors or subcontractors, representing the client’s best interests.
• Lead and manage junior quantity surveyors and other members of the cost management team.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to team members to enhance their skills and performance.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying/Building or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the building construction industry in Singapore, preferably with a Main Contractor.
• Experience in HDB Tender/Project is an advantage but not compulsory.
• Experienced in tendering for projects.
• Proficient computer skills, including advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Skilled in project management software.

Job Description

• Lead and manage office administrator functions including public relation contribution, social medial channel and office managment.
• Develop and execute employee regulation and strategies to support project growth.
• Lead, organize, maintain and develop social medial marketing policies.
• Handle announcement and advertisement on portals
• Manage onboarding and offboarding process for employee
• Prepare workstation for new employee by setting up the laptop, connecting to the printer and installing the software
• Collect, check and verify the attendance
• Handle work injury claims
• Handle flight ticket purchase
• Administer training related matters including coordination or enrolment of internal & external courses, update and maintain training record
• Initiate plans and activities for a cohesive working environment
• Manage general office administration works such as maintaining office facilities, panty/ stationary supplies, letter preparation
• Any other ad-hoc duties which may be assigned

Job Requirements

• Candidate with at least 2 years relevant experience is preferred
• Degree in computer qualifications
• Able to start work immediately or with short notice will be added advantage
• 5.5 days work week
• Willing to work in Construction Site
• Independent, good communication skills, able to work well under pressure

Job Descriptions:

• Familiar with and understanding all the tender requirements
• Exercise a collaborative plan and define the extent of the works
• Timely management of tender activities
• The general duty includes measurement of quantity, collection quotations, cost comparison, and participation in preparing tender price
• Review quotations with the designated specification
• Review quantities and cross-check for possible items that may have been overlooked
• Proofreading for tender responses to highlight areas for incorporation of quantity and ensure issuance to stakeholders to quote for works
• Price negotiations with subcontractors/partners.
• Review of cost impact (value engineering proposal/ variations)
• Able to manage/lead the team and assign tasks to the team members respectively

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying/Building or equivalent
• Minimum 8 years of working experience in the local building construction industry. Main contractor experience is preferred
• Experience in tendering work.
• Sound computer literacy including advanced skills in Excel. Proficient in Cubicost Glodon will be a plus.
• Familiar with all types of building tendering will be advantageous
• Bilingual will be advantageous
• Location: Jurong East

Job Descriptions:

• Familiar with and understanding all the tender requirements
• Exercise a collaborative plan and define the extent of the works
• Timely management of tender activities
• The general duty includes measurement of quantity, collection quotations, cost comparison, and participation in preparing tender price
• Review quotations with the designated specification
• Review quantities and cross-check for possible items that may have been overlooked
• Proofreading for tender responses to highlight areas for incorporation of quantity and ensure issuance to stakeholders to quote for works
• Price negotiations with subcontractors/partners.
• Review of cost impact (value engineering proposal/ variations)
• Able to manage/lead the team and assign tasks to the team members respectively

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying/Building or equivalent
• Minimum 8 years of working experience in the local building construction industry. Main contractor experience is preferred
• Experience in tendering work.
• Sound computer literacy including advanced skills in Excel. Proficient in Cubicost Glodon will be a plus.
• Familiar with all types of building tendering will be advantageous
• Bilingual will be advantageous
• Location: Jurong East

• Assist Construction Manager in planning and executing building construction and renovation projects.
• Plan and coordinate construction activities on daily basis.
• Establish budget and schedule for construction project.
• Monitor and control expenses within the established budget.
• Recommend cost reduction initiatives while maintaining the quality and productivity.
• Oversee invoice and payment processing in a timely fashion
• Analyze construction problems and develop immediate resolutions.
• Respond to customer inquiries and concerns promptly.
• Generate construction progress and expense reports for management.
• Attend educational workshops, trainings and conferences for professional growth.
• Identify slippages or delays in constructions and adjust schedules to meet deadlines.
• Identify milestones and problem areas and accordingly recommend preventive actions.
• Work with Construction Manager to develop project plan, quality assurance plan and health and safety plan.

Requirement:

• Holds Bachelor/ Master Degree in Civil Engineering
• Have more than 8 years of site experiences

About the Role:

• Coordinate with contractors to maintain the common areas such as cleaning, conservancy, landscaping, and horticultural work, as well as improvement and cyclical projects at public housing flats in designated Town Councils
• Conduct inspections on the ground and to follow up with the contractors on the rectification of the defects
• Follow up with issuance of works orders to contractors and to check on rectification of works and process payments
• Engage and manage with residents’ feedback and to carry out call back service when the defects are rectified
• Discuss and follow up on maintenance issues with grassroots leaders
• Assist grassroot leaders to organize grassroot activities
• Attend MP’s house visits, grassroots and upgrading meetings after office hours
• Attend to urgent cases refereed by Manager, grassroots leaders and EMSU
• Do cross audit of estate inspections, arrears visitations and special duties when assigned.

About You:

• Min Higher / Nitec with 1 -2 years relevant experience in property/estate/facilities management or building/facilities maintenance
• Good communication skills, both written and spoken
• Team player, able to work independently with minimal supervision

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from;

• Being part of a growing global company;
• Career development and a promote from within culture;
• An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment.

We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status.

We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with client to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify challenges and develop mitigation strategies.
• Oversee all aspects of project execution, from site preparation to construction and infrastructure development.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, sub-contractors, and supplier to ensure adherence to project specifications and timelines.
• Monitor project progress, track milestones, and address issues or delays promptly.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for Forward Works Contracts, Consultants, and Contractors.
• Manage project closeout procedures.
• Implement quality assurance measures to ensure construction and development activities meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks to verify compliance with project specifications and safety protocols.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies to secure necessary permits and approvals.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, permits, drawings, and correspondence.
• Serve as the Contract Administrator for projects, including the evaluation of contractual claims.

Job Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in residence building development or commercial building in Singapore
• Strong knowledge of building codes and regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving.
• 6 working days

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with client to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify challenges and develop mitigation strategies.
• Oversee all aspects of project execution, from site preparation to construction and infrastructure development.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, sub-contractors, and supplier to ensure adherence to project specifications and timelines.
• Monitor project progress, track milestones, and address issues or delays promptly.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for Forward Works Contracts, Consultants, and Contractors.
• Manage project closeout procedures.
• Implement quality assurance measures to ensure construction and development activities meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks to verify compliance with project specifications and safety protocols.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies to secure necessary permits and approvals.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, permits, drawings, and correspondence.
• Serve as the Contract Administrator for projects, including the evaluation of contractual claims.

Job Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in residence building development or commercial building in Singapore
• Strong knowledge of building codes and regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving.
• 6 working days

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with client to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify challenges and develop mitigation strategies.
• Oversee all aspects of project execution, from site preparation to construction and infrastructure development.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, sub-contractors, and supplier to ensure adherence to project specifications and timelines.
• Monitor project progress, track milestones, and address issues or delays promptly.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for Forward Works Contracts, Consultants, and Contractors.
• Manage project closeout procedures.
• Implement quality assurance measures to ensure construction and development activities meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks to verify compliance with project specifications and safety protocols.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies to secure necessary permits and approvals.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, permits, drawings, and correspondence.
• Serve as the Contract Administrator for projects, including the evaluation of contractual claims.

Job Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in residence building development or commercial building in Singapore
• Strong knowledge of building codes and regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving.
• 6 working days

About the Role:

• Lead a team of property officers and work closely with the Member of Parliament and grassroots leaders in the management of the common areas of the public housing estates.
• Manage the team in achieving key performance indicators as required in property management and compliance to relevant government regulations.
• Work closely with the various grassroots organizations and government agencies on projects to enhance the living environment.
• Plan and implement the Town Councils’ improvement programmes and exercise prudent budgetary control.
• Engage, manage residents’ feedback and to carry out random call back service to residents when the feedback is resolved.
• Assist the PR Team and grassroot leaders to organize grassroot activities.
• Attend MP’s house visits, grassroots and project meetings after office hours when required.
• Attend to urgent cases referred, grassroots leaders and EMSU.
• Do cross audit of estate inspections, arrears visitations and special duties when assigned.
• To be Secretary of assigned subcommittee and follow up on the various projects and as and when special duties assigned.
• Assist General Manager in managing the Town Council and complying with Town Council’s governance and achievements.
• Perform any related duties as required and directed.
• Take accountability and ownership of Workplace Safety & Health (WSH) standards and outcomes in building up a Safety Culture.

About You:

• Proven track record as a PO or SPO in township management.
• Demonstrate positive service attitude and good track record of serving residents and grassroots organizations. Compliments received by residents or GRLs will be an advantage.
• Able to communicate and connect well with external stakeholders and internal customers.
• Demonstrate good teamwork and willing to assist new colleagues.
• Diploma in Building, Building Maintenance/ Management, Facilities Management, or other approved qualifications preferred but not mandatory.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from;

• Being part of a growing global company;
• Career development and a promote from within culture;
• An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment.

We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status.

We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.

Job Descriptions :

• Manage commercial and contractual activities within the project efficiently and effectively
• Identify areas of risk and methods of mitigation for projects.
• Assist in managing contractual and commercial disputes
• Participates in project budget reviews and provides advice when required.
• Prepare and monitor project cost budget, cash-flow for the project, track changes in design/construction work, and variations, and adjust budget projections accordingly
• Perform contracts administration including quotation, cost accounting, tenders, and contract documentation
• Provide advice and information to projects on contractual and commercial matters
• Review and negotiate contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure favorable terms and minimize risks.
• Manage post-contract activities by overseeing interim claims, variation orders, and contract amendments to ensure compliance and timely resolution of disputes.
• Provide expert advice on PAM contracts and other standard forms of agreements, ensuring legal and financial obligations are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop strong contractual frameworks to manage risks effectively and align with the organization’s goals.
• Lead the preparation of detailed project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections to ensure project profitability.
• Monitor and control project costs by conducting cost analysis, cost studies, and variance reporting.
• Implement value engineering strategies to maximize the project’s performance while reducing costs.
• Ensure timely completion of final accounts and reconciliation of project finances.
• Advise stakeholders on cost limits and suggest budget adjustments to avoid overruns.
• Perform all duties by CCCC policies, processes, and systems in the development of tender submissions, ensuring alignment with technical requirements, timelines, and business strategies.
• Assist and report to the Corporate Estimating Manager on commercial dispute resolution, and project matters
• Lead and manage the commercial team of the project
• Conduct regular commercial meetings with team members to evaluate progress, address challenges, and provide support and guidance
• Review the list of suppliers and subcontractors
• Forecast, monitor, and report to the Project Director and Project Manager about the project cashflow, S-Curves, budgets, expenses, financial performance, cost to complete and prepare mitigation measures to resolve commercial-related issues
• Prepare and estimate monthly claims to clients, based on project progress
• Review and submit documents for commercial audit purposes
• Review and submit documents for progress claims, variation orders, and final accounts
• Review, manage, and negotiate contracts from vendors, suppliers, and clients, ensuring alignment with project specifications
• Prepare project documents for procurement
• Approve progress payments and subcontractor claims
• Prepare and manage project equipment, third-party liability, site, contractor all risk, fire insurance, and claims
• Monitor financial compliance and conduct cost analysis to evaluate subcontractor quotations and claims
• Review the detailed cost estimates for the construction project
• Review the BOQs for project submissions
• Assist in preparing EOT, progress claims, and Loss & Expense claims
• Conduct risk assessments for project estimates and evaluate potential risks
• Monitor procurement processes to ensure timely delivery of materials and oversee contractual administration
• Review and manage subcontracts for project execution
• Oversees the overall cost estimation and procurement process and record
• Liaise with project teams, clients, and stakeholders to provide contractual advice and address any commercial concerns
• Maintain accurate records of estimating and procurement activities and financial transactions
• Participate in site meetings and technical discussions to ensure alignment on commercial aspects
• Conduct regular contract performance reviews and audits of subcontractors and suppliers
• Provide planning support and maintain project information for reporting purposes
• Evaluate, review, and prepare regular reports for the Corporate Estimating Manager on the performance and success of the commercial team, highlighting challenges, risks, opportunities, and project progress
• Liaise, coordinate, discuss, and negotiate with suppliers on the purchase or rental of plant machinery or equipment
• Review cost comparison before purchase or rental of machinery or equipment

Job Requirements :

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying
• At least 15 years of relevant experience in quantity surveying, or commercial roles.
• Strong organizational skills including attention to detail and a systematic approach to work
• Excellent written, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to analyze contractual and legal issues and provide solutions using appropriate problem-solving techniques
• Proficient and competent in MS Office applications, particularly in Excel.
• 5.5 days work week
• Willing to work on Construction Site
• Extensive experience managing large-scale construction projects (e.g., infrastructure, MRT projects, and high-rise developments ) will be advantageous.

Job Description:

• Responsible for on-site technical and engineering matters.
• Supervise & coordinate day-to-day site works, including sub-contract works, safety and quality control.
• Site inspection & upkeep site record.
• Liaise with consultants, client etc.
• Other duties assigned by PM.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Graduate Bachelor in Engineering (Civil) or equivalent.
• 3-5 years work experience in Building Construction.
• Able to work independently.
• Autodesk Revit MEP experience will be an advantage