Managing Director (Company)

Job Description & Requirements 1. Executive Leadership & Vision Set the company’s strategic direction, business goals, and long-term growth plans. Lead the company’s overall operations including construction, finance, HR, procurement, and safety. Drive organisational development, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives. 2. Project Management & Delivery Oversee all stages of construction projects: planning, tendering, design review, execution, monitoring, and handover. Review project schedules, drawings, work methods, and progress reports. Ensure projects meet required quality standards, budgets, and deadlines. Resolve high-level technical issues and provide guidance to project managers and engineers. Ensure site operations comply with HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) standards. 3. Regulatory & Compliance Ensure compliance with local laws, building codes (BCA), MOM regulations, Workplace Safety & Health (WSH) requirements. Approve all statutory submissions, permits, and documentation. Conduct periodic review meetings with safety officers and site teams. 4. Financial & Operational Control Prepare and approve annual budgets, financial forecasts, and business plans. Oversee cash flow management, cost control, procurement, and vendor payments. Review financial statements, project profitability reports, and investment plans. Approve major purchases, subcontractor contracts, and capital expenditures. 5. Business Development & Client Relations Identify new markets, expansion opportunities, and upcoming tenders. Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and government agencies. Lead negotiations for major contracts, project bids, and partnership agreements. Represent the company in external meetings, events, and corporate presentations. 6. Human Resource Leadership Lead recruitment, training, and development of engineers, supervisors, admin staff, and project teams. Set performance targets, KPIs, and evaluation standards. Build a positive, productive, and safety-focused company culture. Resolve escalated employee or operational issues. 7. Operational Risk & Quality Management Assess and mitigate risks related to construction projects, finances, manpower, and safety. Implement quality assurance procedures and ensure adherence to ISO standards (ISO 9001, ISO 45001). Conduct internal audits and ensure corrective measures are taken promptly. 8. Stakeholder Coordination Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, M&E consultants, quantity surveyors, and subcontractors. Review contract terms, variations, claims, and design changes. Ensure smooth communication between office teams and site teams. 9. Corporate Governance Uphold strong governance practices, transparency, and ethical business conduct. Ensure accurate reporting to directors, shareholders, and regulatory authorities. Protect the company’s interests in legal, contract, and financial matters. 10. Strategic Growth Initiatives Lead expansion into new sectors: M&E, civil works, interior, maintenance, or overseas markets. Evaluate new technologies such as BIM, digital construction tools, and automation. Oversee branding, marketing, and corporate development activities.