Job Title:  Project Manager

PURPOSE OF ROLE

To lead and manage the successful delivery of industrial, commercial and hospitality construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, quality standards, contractual obligations and regulatory requirements. The role provides strategic oversight, technical leadership and effective coordination of multidisciplinary teams, contractors and stakeholders to ensure safe, efficient and cost-effective project execution. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, managing project risks and commercial performance, and achieving successful project outcomes in line with organisational objectives.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

1.Project Delivery and Leadership

• Managing multiple construction projects from inception through completion
• Leading project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and execution strategies
• Coordinating consultants, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standard
• Driving project performance through proactive problem solving and decision-making

2. Commercial and Contract administration

• Preparing and monitoring project budgets, cost forecasts, and cash flow reporting
• Administering construction contracts including variations, claims, and extensions of time
• Reviewing tender documentation, procurement strategies, and contractor submissions
• Ensuring commercial compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures
• Preparing and submitting to the Project Director regular project reports and other related communication documentation

3. Stakeholder and Client management

• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, authorities, and internal teams
• Leading project meetings and provide regular progress reporting to senior management
• Managing client expectations and resolve issues efficiently
• Liaising with the operational hotel team and ensure that all project activates are communicated to operations and there are no clashes or disruption to operations

4. Health, Safety and Quality

• Ensuring full compliance with HSE regulations and company safety policies
• Promoting a strong safety culture across all project sites
• Overseeing quality assurance and quality control processes
• Ensuring works comply with approved drawings, specifications, and regulatory requirements
• Undertaking regular Workplace Health and Safety audits and risk assessments of the projects and ensure all documentation is recorded appropriately

5. Risk and Program management

• Identifying project risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Monitoring construction schedules and critical path activities
• Implementing corrective actions to maintain program targets
• Identifying and documenting all project risks, ensure that all measures have been put in place to mitigate all risks

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Project Management and Leadership
• Construction and Technical Knowledge
• Commercial and Financial Acumen
• Contract and Procurement Management
• Strategic Planning and Execution
• Risk Assessment and Problem Solving
• Stakeholder and Client Management
• Communication and Negotiation
• Decision Making and Accountability
• Leadership and Teamwork
• Integrity and Professionalism
• Adherence to Policy and Corporate Governance
• Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

1.Education

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline (essential)
• Excellent written and spoken English (essential)

2. Experience

• Minimum 5 years' proven experience as a Project Manager in industrial and commercial construction projects (essential)
• Demonstrated experience in managing construction projects valued at BND10 million and above (essential)
• Proven experience in managing hospitality construction projects, including hotels, resorts, serviced apartments, restaurants or mixed-use developments (essential)
• Experience managing multidisciplinary project teams, contractors, subcontractors and consultants (essential)
• Previous project experience in Brunei Darussalam or Southeast Asia (desirable)

3. Functional Knowledge

• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, project planning, scheduling and programme management
• Knowledge of project budgeting, cost control, procurement and contract administration
• Experience in managing construction contracts, variations, claims and tender processes
• Knowledge of local authority approvals, construction regulations and relevant industry practices
• Strong understanding of quality assurance, health, safety and environmental requirements
• Ability to identify project risks, implement mitigation strategies and resolve complex project issues
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively

4. Preferred Certifications and Training

• Candidates possessing one or more of the following certifications will be an advantage:
• Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute
• PRINCE2 Certification
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• NEBOSH or IOSH Safety Certification
• FIDIC Contract Management Training

5. Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Autodesk Revu
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
• Familiarity with Aconex or equivalent project management platforms

6. Other requirements

• Willingness and flexibility to work according to business requirements, including weekends and public holidays where required
• Physically fit and capable of undertaking site visits and project-related duties
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally for project meetings, site inspections and other business-related activities