Planning & Technical Manager

CORE COMPETENCIES

Project Management

• Develops and implements strategic technical objectives to align with company goal.

For project management, it also comprises of the following:

Tender stage - provision of technical inputs as follow:

• Determine construction approach, including cast in-situ and precast methodology, as well as other specific requirements.
• Defining construction method, temporary work design, machinery schedule, manpower schedule, and preliminary programme.
• Providing alternative design/proposals and value engineering solutions.

Pre-construction stage

• Lead the development of the detailed project execution plan together with the Project Director and Project Manager.
• Translate tender strategies into practical methodologies including but not limited to precast production rate, mould and shopdrawing planning, sequencing, logistics, and site erection planning.

Construction Stage

• Monitor, review, and adjust project execution plans.
• Oversee precast planning which including timely approval of shopdrawing from consultant, transportation, lifting, and installation of precast elements on site.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during construction stage and provide alternative solutions.

Post Construction Stage

• Prepare post construction report including:

- Objectives
- Review of Project Execution Plan
- Findings and lessons learned
- Areas of improvement for future projects

Project Budget Control

• Ensure all costs associated with technical and precast inputs are budgeted and controlled.
• Monitor and report technical expenses in line with execution plans.
• Assist Contracts Department in negotiation of contract pricing for preliminary works, precast component, and value engineering (when necessary).

Technical Understanding

Design & Build

• Evaluates and redesigns practice offerings.
• Guide clients and teams on optimal technical solutions, including precast system options.
• Enhance company’s Design & Build capabilities.
• Keep track of consultants’ design developments and owners’ requirements.

Precast Production Oversight

• Oversee the full lifecycle of precast operations including mould design, reinforcement preparation, casting, curing, demoulding, finishing, and storage.
• Approve concrete mix designs to ensure compliance with strength, durability, and industry standards.
• Implement Lean practices and processes to improve productivity, reduce waste, and cost control.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective action for defective precast component.

Technical Design &Engineering

• Lead the review and coordination of precast element designs, reinforcement detailing, and connection concepts.
• Ensure designs are practical, safe, and compliant with project specifications, codes, and constructability standards.
• Liaise with consultants, architects, and internal teams for design clarification and resolution of technical issues.

Construction & Site Installation Management

• Provide technical leadership during transportation, lifting, and on-site assembly of precast elements.
• Work closely with site teams and erection contractors to ensure safe and timely installation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during site erection in real-time.
• Conduct regular site audits and inspections to verify workmanship, alignment, tolerances, and safety.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Leadership

• Lead and manage technical, production, and teams to achieve excellence.
• Champion change and effectively manage the implementation of new ideas.
• Mentor and upskill staff in precast technology and construction best practices.

Teamwork

• Motivate the technical unit, sub-contractors, and site teams to work closely together to achieve project targets.
• Reinforces team approach throughout practice both on client projects and internal initiatives.
• Supports and solicits input from team members at all levels within the organization.

Client Management

• Build and maintain good rapport with clients and consultants.
• Communicate technical solutions effectively to address client needs and expectations.
• Represent the company in coordination and progress meetings with clarity and authority.
• Ensure technical solutions proposal and client satisfaction are consistently achieved.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

People Development

• Participates in all programs and enforces all policies relating to performance evaluations and career development planning.
• Reviews management evaluations for consistency.
• Impresses upon management the importance of the career planning and performance evaluation programs.
• Manages the development of technical staffs.
• Assigns tasks to practice management that give technical staffs an opportunity to grow.

Internal Operations

• Review technical status reports and address issues appropriately.
• Track milestone achievements, identify technical challenges, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Enforce standard operating procedures across design coordination, precast production, and site execution.
• Lend expertise to task forces and cross-functional project teams.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Establish and enforce QA/QC procedures for both factory and site operations.
• Oversee testing and documentation of raw materials, precast elements, and on-site installation.
• Lead precast related non-conformance investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, BS, Eurocode, and statutory requirements (HDB, BCA, LTA, PUB).

Job Specification

Skills and Knowledge required:

• Strong technical knowledge of civil and structural construction methods, with specialised expertise in precast technology.
• Experienced in coordinating with architectural and M&E disciplines.
• Familiar with local design standards, codes, safety requirements, and authorities’ compliance.
• Familiar with design software and analysis, proficient in BIM, AutoCAD, Tekla Structures, Revit, MS Project, and other engineering tools.
• Knowledge in concrete technology, lifting & propping design, and erection sequencing.
• Strong communication skills for presenting proposals to clients, consultants, authorities, and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently.
• Systematic, self-confident, and self-motivated.

Minimum Educational Qualifications/Experience required:

• Degree in Civil Engineering
• 7 to 10 years of relevant working experience
• Sound technical and construction knowledge
• Strong familiarity with authority submissions and regulatory requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and knowledge in BIM