Project Controller

1. About the Company Z L Construction Pte Ltd (ZLC) is a Singapore-based renovation and interior design-and-build specialist serving homeowners, commercial tenants and industrial clients across HDB, BTO, condominium and landed projects. ZLC has built its reputation over more than 40 years on strong wetworks and carpentry craftsmanship, Universal Design expertise for elder-care and child-friendly homes, and status as an authorised CraftStone® installer and certified BLUM Urban Kitchen partner. The company is HDB-licensed, BCA-registered (CR06, GB02), and holds BizSAFE Star, ISO 9001,ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification: the same safety and quality discipline it expects on every site. ZLC is led by a Chartered Building Surveyor, bringing professional credibility and technical rigour to how every project is scoped, priced and delivered. A large share of our business comes from repeat clients and referrals, proof of the long-term trust we build with every homeowner and business we serve. We believe a company is only as strong as the people behind it, so we invest deliberately in a supportive, close-knit culture where every team member is trained, mentored and genuinely looked after. 2. Role Overview The Project Controller is ZLC's guarantee to every client that what was promised will be delivered, on time, to standard, and without surprises. The Project Controller assumes ownership of project execution, coordinating people, resources and site activities from commencement through successful completion. As one of the key operational leaders of the business, the Project Controller plays a critical role in protecting project quality, profitability, client satisfaction and ZLC's reputation. This role offers significant ownership and autonomy, with the opportunity to manage multiple projects and contribute directly to the company's continued growth. 3. Key Responsibilities Take full ownership of site operations from project handover to client sign-off, managing schedule, quality, and cost performance on all assigned projects Understand and communicate to clients a range of drawings (2D/3D) (Civil & Structural, electrical, plumbing, carpentryetc) Supervise on-site work to ensure quality control and safety standards by actively managing our in-house project team, subcontractor relationships, including scheduling, briefing, performance management, and to escalate when required Enforce BizSAFE and WSH compliance on all sites; conduct toolbox meetings and maintain safety records. Understand and execute all statutory submissions and requirements Manage overall project costings, reduce wastage and optimize profitability Prepare and oversee project schedules with an understanding of the flow and prioritization of services provided by subcontractors and suppliers. Set deadlines, monitor and summarize progress of project Conduct regular site inspections and prepare accurate, timely site reports; flag issues and proposed solutions before they become delays Coordinate with the Design Consultant on client expectations, scope changes, and project milestones; ensure the client is informed proactively Identify and document variation orders promptly; brief the QS for costing within an agreed turnaround of any scope change Conduct pre-handover quality inspections; ensure defect rectification before client handover Manage material delivery schedules and site logistics to avoid downtime 4. Core Competencies Required • Project management, site management and supervision • Subcontractor and supplier management • Project scheduling and sequencing • Risk identification & WSH compliance • Documentation and reporting 5. Experience &Requirements • Minimum 3 years of site supervision or project management experience in renovation, construction, or interior fit-out • Working knowledge of renovation trades: wetworks, tiling, carpentry, M&E coordination • BizSAFE Level 3 or above; familiarity with MOM WSH regulations and on-site safety requirements • Able to read 2D drawings and schematics; familiarity with SketchUp or 3D visualisation tools is an advantage • Good communicator and ability to influence without using authority, provide clear instructions on-site and write clear site reports; able to handle client questions on-site professionally • Detail-oriented with a natural instinct for quality • Good stakeholder management skills, to manage multiple stakeholder groups to foster good working relationships • Proven ability to mana…