Construction Manager

About the Role

The role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, including design, permitting, construction, and opening. You will be accountable for execution excellence, schedule performance, cost discipline, reporting rigor, and construction quality. Your ability to adjust to new situations, manage multiple projects, and excel in a fast-paced environment will be essential to your success.

The construction industry is experiencing significant growth, with a focus on sustainability, technology, and innovation. As a Construction Manager at 2289 BP SG Pte Ltd-Shipping, you will be at the forefront of this growth, working on projects that require strategic planning, site evaluation, and operational readiness.

What You Will Do

• Lead construction delivery across a multi-site portfolio, directing internal project advisors, third-party project managers, contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants
• Own end-to-end delivery from project kickoff through turnover, including scope alignment, schedule management, key metric reporting, open-date readiness, punch-list resolution, and financial closeout
• Provide disciplined stewardship of capital and expense budgets, payments, change orders, cost forecasting, and budget performance while ensuring adherence to financial controls and governance standards
• Align decisions and information flow across Real Estate, Design, Operations, IT, Hospitality, Finance, Facilities Services, HSSE, Legal, and related partners to accelerate approvals, resolve issues, and sustain delivery momentum
• Lead response to emergency capital repairs and major field issues, mobilizing resources quickly while protecting safety, quality, schedule, and cost performance
• Direct project kickoffs, site visits, review meetings, and turnover activities to reinforce construction quality and ensure timely punch-list completion
• Support strategic growth through site surveys, cost estimating, capital planning, and due diligence for new builds, acquisitions, refreshes, and other investment opportunities
• Maintain disciplined project documentation, reporting cadence, and file integrity while providing senior leadership with clear insight into critical risks, delivery impacts, and cost exposure
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and implement construction strategies, policies, and procedures
• Identify and mitigate potential risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business, or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in construction, capital delivery, or multi-site retail development, with demonstrated leadership in project execution, contractor management, and cross-functional alignment
• Deep expertise in construction operations, budget stewardship, schedule management, change control, and project reporting across complex, field-based programs
• Experience in retail fuel, UST systems, petroleum, convenience retail, or other highly regulated construction environments is strongly preferred
• Executive-level communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage leadership, business partners, contractors, consultants, and field teams in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities
• Strong operating rigor and sound organizational judgment, with the ability to balance competing priorities, navigate ambiguity, and sustain execution across a complex portfolio
• Proficiency in Excel and other construction management tools
• Industry certifications, including OSHA and petroleum- or construction-related credentials such as API, are advantageous

Nice to Have

• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment
• Familiarity with agile project management methodologies
• Knowledge of sustainability and energy-efficient construction practices
• Certification in construction management, such as CCIM or CCM
• Experience with construction technology, such as building information modeling (BIM)

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Flexible working hours and remote work arrangements
• Access to cutting-edge construction technology and tools
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs
• Generous paid time off and holiday package
• Employee recognition and reward programs
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Access to a global network of construction professionals

• Develop a strong understanding of construction management principles, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
• Create a portfolio that showcases your experience and skills in construction management, including any relevant certifications or training.
• Prepare to discuss your experience working with cross-functional teams, including design, permitting, construction, and opening.
• Be ready to provide specific examples of your ability to adjust to new situations and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Research the company's emphasis on strategic growth, site evaluation, and operational readiness, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with these goals.
• Practice your executive-level communication and influencing skills, as you will be working with leadership, business partners, contractors, consultants, and field teams.
• Consider obtaining industry certifications, such as OSHA or API, to demonstrate your expertise and commitment to the field.