Deputy Team Leader

• Work with a multidisciplinary team, lead the team and make a difference in seamless project delivery

• Be part of a significant role and create impact for success of the ongoing project

• ‘Real Impact, made together’ – play a critical role in the built environment by uplifting lives, creating regenerative environments and advancing industries

Create futures worth inheriting with SJ Group 

At SJ, we’re building identity into infrastructure, character into skylines and peace of mind into everyday life.

A global urban and infrastructure consultancy firm with over 75 years of project delivery success, SJ and its member companies continue a collective legacy that delivers global expertise with local precision.

Become part of our 16,000 client-centric specialists in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries who shape spaces across the world to meet the needs of today and the aspirations of generations to come.

About SMEC

SMEC simplifies the complex. We unlock the potential of our people to look at infrastructure differently, creating better outcomes for the future.

We are committed to positively impact the people, the environment and the clients and communities we serve.

About the role

We are currently looking for Deputy Team Leader who will Support project and business operations through financial monitoring, invoice and payment follow-up, delivery and resource management support, contract administration assistance, and proposal preparation. The role is responsible for reviewing the financial status of ongoing projects, coordinating with finance teams and clients on invoice submission and payment receipt, and assisting the Team Leader in monitoring deliverables, resources, and operational requirements. It also supports the Team Leader/Deputy Team Leader and Functional General Managers in preparing contracts, variation agreement proposals, replacement proposals, EOIs, technical proposals, and financial proposals in line with client requirements, RFP instructions, contractual obligations, and organizational standards. The incumbent will coordinate with internal teams, technical experts, finance personnel, and management to ensure accurate documentation, timely submissions, effective project support, and improved delivery performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Team Leader in conducting feasibility study, detailed design, and tendering services for all projects identified during the study.

• Assist the Team Leader to manage and superintend day-to-day working of experts/staff and utilization of available resources with successful planning, execution, monitoring, risk management, quality control, time and cost management, and closure of a project.

• Coordinate among experts, sub-consultants, the Employer, other government agencies, and donor agencies.

• Support the Team Leader in reviewing project requirements, study findings, site information, technical data, and relevant documents required for feasibility study and design activities.

• Assist in preparing and coordinating detailed design inputs, reports, drawings, specifications, BOQ, cost estimates, and other technical documents as required for project development.

• Support tendering services by assisting in the preparation, review, and compilation of tender documents, technical schedules, evaluation inputs, and related submission materials.

About You:

• Graduation in Civil or Relevant field

• 20 years total professional experience, preferably 12 years’ experience in railway field.

• 8 years’ experience in similar type feasibility study and design consultancy, including preferably 5 years’ experience as Project Manager/Team Leader/Deputy Team Leader or similar post for similar type consultancy.

• Working experience in FIDIC Projects and SAARC region would be preferable.

We value equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is empowered to do their best. We recognise the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace to drive innovation and shared learning across our growing global network.

Join us and be part of a culture where we rise together, deliver excellence, and expand what’s possible. ‘Real impact, made together’ is at the core of everything we do, embracing diverse perspectives to drive meaningful impact and build a shared legacy.

How to apply

All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.

To find out more about SMEC, please visit our website at: https://www.smec.com/

Note to Agencies
All recruitment activities are coordinated through our Global Talent Acquisition team.  At this time, this role does not require agency support. Please refrain from forwarding résumés directly to employees or hiring managers, as unsolicited submissions will not be accepted and no fees will be payable.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!