Description

Role Purpose

The Project Manager - Construction leads the planning, execution, and delivery of construction and infrastructure projects across the FMCG facility-ranging from factory expansions and utilities upgrades to warehouse construction and layout optimization.
The role ensures that projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and aligned with FMCG operational requirements, including hygiene, safety, and production continuity standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Lead end-to-end planning of construction and infrastructure projects including scoping, feasibility studies, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Develop detailed project plans covering timelines, milestones, deliverables, risks, and cost estimates.

Construction Management

• Oversee site execution of civil, structural, MEP, and utilities works.
• Monitor contractor performance, site progress, safety practices, and adherence to quality standards.
• Ensure work aligns with GMP, food safety regulations, and hygiene standards required in FMCG environments.
• Approve method statements, shop drawings, and material submittals.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with engineering, production, supply chain, procurement, finance, and external contractors.
• Ensure construction activities do not disrupt production schedules or factory operations.
• Provide regular updates, reports, and escalations to management on project health and progress.

Budget & Cost Control

• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost estimations, and cash flow projections.
• Lead value engineering efforts to optimize cost without compromising quality or safety.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify potential risks, propose mitigation plans, and ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations.
• Ensure all activities comply with local building codes, health & safety laws, and internal quality systems.
• Conduct site inspections and audits to maintain compliance and manage corrective actions.

Documentation & Handover

• Maintain complete project documentation including drawings, permits, contracts, reports, and change orders.
• Ensure proper commissioning, snag list closure, and final handover to operations/maintenance teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and lessons-learned processes.

Requirements

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is a strong advantage.
• Training in safety, construction management, or food-industry facility standards is a plus.

Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in construction project management, preferably in industrial, manufacturing, or FMCG environments.
• Hands-on experience with factory construction, utilities projects, warehouses, or production-line infrastructure.
• Strong background in civil, MEP, and site management.

Competencies & Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in reading and evaluating engineering drawings, technical specifications, BOQs, and contracts.
• Strong command of project management tools (MS Project, Primavera) and AutoCAD.
• Solid understanding of industrial utilities (HVAC, water systems, electrical networks, fire systems).
• Familiarity with GMP, food safety design guidelines, and hygiene zoning is an asset.
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• High problem-solving capability with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong time management, planning, and organizational skills.

Key Success Factors:

• Projects delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
• Minimal disruption to production activities.
• Strong contractor performance and compliance.
• Effective communication and smooth cross-functional coordination.

Benefits

• Family Medical Insurance
• Annual Bonus
• Career progression
• Learning & Development programs