Team Leader

• •Work with a multidisciplinary team, lead the team and make a difference in seamless project delivery
• •Be part of a significant role and create impact for success of the ongoing project
• •‘Real Impact, made together’ – play a critical role in the built environment by uplifting lives, creating regenerative environments and advancing industries

Create futures worth inheriting with SJ Group

At SJ, we’re building identity into infrastructure, character into skylines and peace of mind into everyday life.

A global urban and infrastructure consultancy firm with over 75 years of project delivery success, SJ and its member companies continue a collective legacy that delivers global expertise with local precision.

Become part of our 16,000 client-centric specialists in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries who shape spaces across the world to meet the needs of today and the aspirations of generations to come.

About SMEC

SMEC simplifies the complex. We unlock the potential of our people to look at infrastructure differently, creating better outcomes for the future.

We are committed to positively impact the people, the environment and the clients and communities we serve.

About the role

We are currently looking for Team Leader/Project Manager who will Provide overall leadership, direction, and management for the successful planning, execution, monitoring, risk management, quality control, time and cost management, and closure of the project. The role is responsible for supervising and utilizing technical consultants and experts engaged on client assignments, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and ensuring effective implementation of project activities. It also involves coordinating among head office and field office teams, the Employer, Contractor, subcontractors, and required support levels to ensure smooth communication, timely issue resolution, and consistent delivery of project outputs. The incumbent will arrange training where required, support multidisciplinary coordination, and ensure that all project deliverables are completed in accordance with client requirements, contractual obligations, approved timelines, budget, quality standards, and organizational procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• •Responsibility for the successful planning, execution, monitoring, risk management, quality control, time and cost management, and closure of the project.
• •Manage and superintend the day-to-day working, utilization, implementation, and technical consultants engaged on client assignments. Assign tasks to all other experts.
• •Coordinate among experts of head office and field offices, Employer, Contractor, subcontractors, and required support levels. Arrange training, where required.
• •Lead the overall planning and execution of the project, including preparation of work plans, schedules, resource plans, and implementation strategies in line with project objectives.
• •Monitor project progress, risks, quality, time, and cost performance, and take corrective actions to ensure that project activities remain aligned with approved scope, schedule, budget, and standards.
• •Coordinate project closure activities, including completion review, final reporting, handover of deliverables, resolution of outstanding issues, and documentation of lessons learned.

About You:

• •Graduation in relevant field
• •20 years of professional experience
• •15 years’ experience in railway,
• •5 years’ experience in similar role
• •Substantial experience in FIDIC-based ICB contract management
• •Working experience in SAARC/ ASEAN region
• •Having experience in leading ADB and/or other MDBs funded railway projects

We value equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is empowered to do their best. We recognise the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace to drive innovation and shared learning across our growing global network.

Join us and be part of a culture where we rise together, deliver excellence, and expand what’s possible. ‘Real impact, made together’ is at the core of everything we do, embracing diverse perspectives to drive meaningful impact and build a shared legacy.

How to apply

All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.

To find out more about SMEC, please visit our website at: https://www.smec.com/

• Note to Agencies
• All recruitment activities are coordinated through our Global Talent Acquisition team. At this time, this role does not require agency support. Please refrain from forwarding résumés directly to employees or hiring managers, as unsolicited submissions will not be accepted and no fees will be payable.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!