Manager/ Senior Manager, Business Development & Civil Structural Engineering

Singapore, Singapore

• Category: Structural Engineering

Description

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Job Purpose

Identify business opportunities, manage revenue and related costs to achieve positive EBIT.

Engage with potential clients early and develop business case to position Strides’s as the preferred partner in the supply & provision of product & services in rail transit system.

Lead civil and structural engineering functions to ensure operational readiness, maintenance, and compliance of rail infrastructure assets within the SMRT network.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the achievement of Financial Year budget targets for transport and/or non-transport related consultancy, solutions, services, and projects:

Identify, develop and implement business growth opportunities, sourcing for partners to support business growth within Singapore and beyond.

Forecast and manage budget/cost and expenses to meet expected revenue and EBIT for Strides Engineering

Review commercial/contract requirements, prepare tender/bid submission, seeking approval from management as per financial policy manual and participate in tender/bidding evaluation or negotiation together with technical teams from internal BUs and sub-contractors;

Work with Finance, Legal and other counterparts to perform Finance and Business analysis including risk assessment to achieve organic business growth or via Merger and Acquisition;

Project execution, monitoring and cost control Management for secured projects of the assigned cost centre that:

are completed according to expected time and schedule as per contract;

are managed efficiently and effectively;

are managed profitability within approved budget;

recommend or approve sub-contractors payment request;

account receivable and closing projects account with clients together with finance department

Work with partners to ensure project deliverables and KPIs are met.

Approve operation expenses within authorised limits as per Financial policy manual and Procurement and Purchase manual;

Involve in Strategic Business Development planning as well as taking decision on day-to-day operation.

Work with company admin to provide oversight on billing status and processes for projects under your charge.

Qualifications & Work Experience

Diploma/Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Minimum of 8 to 10 years’ total experience in engineering, business development, project management and related fields.

Strong understanding of civil/structural asset management, maintenance, and regulatory compliance in the transport or public infrastructure sector.

Experience in Transportation And Start-ups will be advantageous.

Skills

With problem structuring and strategic problem-solving skills

Good written and oral communication skills

Microsoft Office

Knowledge of AI software will be advantageous

Good interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects

Advanced Innovative Technologies and Digital Solutions & Services Partner

Strides Engineering has deep, proven experience in exploiting advanced innovative technologies, and digital solutions & services to drive safety, reliability, and comfort.

Company

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SMRT Corporation

SMRT Corporation Ltd (SMRT) is the leading multi-modal public transport operator in Singapore. SMRT serves millions of passengers daily by offering a safe, reliable and comprehensive transport network that consists of an extensive MRT and light rail system which connects seamlessly with its island-wide bus and taxi operations. 

SMRT also markets and leases the commercial and media spaces within its transport network, and offers engineering consultancy and project management as well as operations and maintenance services, locally and internationally.