OPERATION MANAGER

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all diaphragm wall and piling operations from project commencement to completion.
• Develop construction strategies, work sequences, and execution plans for foundation works.
• Plan and allocate manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractor resources to achieve project objectives.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Site Engineers, Geologists, Planning Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, and Safety personnel to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor project progress and ensure works are completed according to the approved construction programme.
• Supervise diaphragm wall construction, including guide wall installation, trench excavation, slurry management, reinforcement cage installation, concrete tremie placement, and panel joint treatment.
• Supervise piling works, including bored piling, driven piling, secant piling, barrettes, and other deep foundation systems.
• Ensure all works comply with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and contractual requirements.
• Review and approve work schedules, construction methodologies, lifting plans, and resource allocation.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate preventive maintenance to maximize operational efficiency.
• Ensure quality control through regular inspections, testing, and compliance with project quality standards.
• Identify operational risks and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor project costs, equipment utilization, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate procurement of equipment, materials, and specialist subcontractor services.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) regulations and environmental requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture through effective leadership, toolbox meetings, safety briefings, and risk management.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and non-conformances, and implement corrective actions.
• Review technical issues and provide practical engineering solutions during construction.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, designers, and government authorities on technical and operational matters.
• Attend project meetings and provide progress updates, operational reports, and technical recommendations.
• Monitor project budgets and assist in cost control and resource optimization.
• Support contract administration, including variations, claims, and project documentation.
• Ensure all statutory inspections, permits, and approvals are obtained before commencing work.
• Mentor and supervise engineers, supervisors, foremen, and operational staff to improve performance and technical competency.
• Ensure accurate project records, inspection reports, and as-built documentation are maintained.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance.
• Ensure successful project completion, commissioning, and handover in accordance with contractual requirements.

Key Competencies

• Extensive knowledge of diaphragm wall and piling construction methods and deep foundation engineering.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical engineering principles and construction methodologies.
• Experience in managing large-scale foundation projects.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and decision-making skills.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, project planning, and cost control.
• Thorough understanding of Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) regulations and environmental management requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and geotechnical reports.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management capabilities.