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Vita Partners is Asia-Pacific’s largest pan-regional pure-play life science, innovation and R&D real estate platform, backed Australian headquartered multinational real estate company Lendlease and leading US private equity growth investor Warburg Pincus. The platform focuses on investing, acquiring, developing, constructing, managing, and operating real estate projects in fast-growing life sciences, innovation and R&D real estate markets in Asia-Pacific. The company operates within two main segments – a high-barrier-to-entry life sciences project construction management business and a specialized investment management business. Since the 2000s, the project construction management business has worked on over 200 projects in Asia-Pacific for more than 100 blue-chip life sciences and pharmaceutical companies, with many repeat clients. The investment management business currently manages ~SGD 2 billion of AUM on behalf of institutional investors, with strong aspirations for growth within the region.

Responsibilities

Cost Planning & Estimation

• Lead the Function: Drive and manage the overall cost planning function for the business.
• Lifecycle Estimates: Prepare, develop, and maintain robust cost plans across all project stages, including order-of-magnitude estimates, elemental cost plans, pre-tender budgets based on user requirements/design specifications, and post-contract cost reports.
• Tender Pricing: Generate accurate, well-substantiated cost estimates for commercial tenders, budget costing exercises, and tender proceedings across a broad range of life sciences and pharmaceutical project types.
• Commercial Benchmarking: Perform rigorous cost evaluations and benchmarking to validate contractor and subcontractor pricing, ensuring value for money and alignment with market rates.
• Procurement Support: Support the strategic appointment of contractors through thorough analysis of tender submissions, bid comparisons, and negotiation support. Advise on procurement strategies, contractual arrangements, and suggest tenderers alongside potential pre-qualification criteria.

Contract Administration & Cost Control

• Works Administration: Administer works in progress, ensuring strict compliance with engineering specifications, drawings, and contract documents.
• Financial Tracking: Develop construction-stage elemental cost plans, prepare project cash flow forecasts, and provide approximate estimates of future cost increases or variations.
• Progress Valuations: Value monthly work progress, assess construction compliance, and recommend appropriate interim payments for contractors and subcontractors.
• Reporting & Analytics: Provide ongoing commercial advice, monthly financial statements, and cost-to-complete analyses to maintain effective cost control during construction. Submit final cost statements and detailed cost analysis under the contract.
• Accounts & Closeout: Prepare interim and final statements of accounts, warranties, bonds, and collateral documentation. Settle final accounts with contractors/subcontractors and certify final payments.
• Dispute Resolution: Assist the project management team in dispute resolution, claims analysis, and arbitration/litigation support.

Design Change Management & Variation Control

• Change Evaluation: Lead the cost management of design development. Accurately identify, evaluate, and price design changes from initial concept and tender drawings through to final construction issue documents.
• Variation Governance: Maintain a structured variation register and ensure all scope changes or variations are captured, assessed, valued, and reported to the project management and client teams in a timely, transparent manner, accounting for material or labour fluctuations.
• Scope Optimisation: Provide proactive commercial advice during design development to minimise scope creep and optimise cost outcomes without compromising project quality or GMP compliance requirements.

Research, Analysis & Benchmarking

• Database Management: Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to develop, maintain, and continuously improve internal cost databases, unit rate libraries, and elemental cost benchmarks relevant to life sciences and pharmaceutical construction.
• Data Integration: Analyse survey data, engineering drawings, specifications, procurement records, and historical project data to inform and substantiate cost estimates.
• Commercial Intelligence: Provide cost intelligence insights to support business development, feasibility studies, and client advisory engagements.

Commercial Strategy & Value Engineering

• Value Engineering: Recommend, develop, and evaluate alternative cost options and value engineering opportunities across design, procurement, and construction phases. Balance cost reduction against technical and regulatory requirements.
• Tendering Strategy: Contribute to the development and implementation of commercial strategies for tendering, procurement, and contract award. This includes packaging strategies and market engagement plans.
• Risk Mitigation: Support risk identification and quantification, providing commercial input to project risk registers, risk management plans, and contingency strategies.

Reporting, Governance & Compliance

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all cost planning and administration activities comply with Vita's internal commercial governance frameworks, client requirements, and applicable regulatory standards for GMP-regulated facilities.
• Continuous Improvement: Provide input into the continuous improvement of Vita's commercial policies, processes, templates, and best-practice guidelines across the PCM division.
• Audit Trails: Maintain thorough and auditable records of all commercial decisions, assumptions, correspondence, and approvals throughout the project lifecycle.

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Trusted Advisor: Build and maintain productive working relationships with clients, contractors, subcontractors, design consultants, and internal project teams, serving as a trusted commercial advisor throughout the project lifecycle.
• Consultant Management: Coordinate directly with external cost consultants and specialist advisors, managing deliverable quality, consistency, and alignment with Vita's commercial standards.
• Commercial Representation: Represent Vita's commercial interests in client-facing meetings, design reviews, tender interviews, and post-contract negotiations with professionalism and authority.
• Mentorship: Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to junior commercial team members, fostering a high-performance, knowledge-sharing culture within the PCM commercial function.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Educational & Professional Qualifications

• Degree: Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Professional Accreditation: Membership of, or active progress towards, a recognised professional body such as RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors), AIQS (Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors), or equivalent is strongly preferred.
• Postgraduate Education: Postgraduate qualifications in Construction Management, Project Management, or Engineering Economics are advantageous.

Work Experience

• 8 to 12 years of substantive, post-graduation experience in construction cost planning and estimation, with demonstrated progression in seniority and scope of responsibility. Candidates with relevant experience and advanced commercial leadership capability will be considered at the Cost Planning Manager (CPM) level.
• Proven experience independently managing cost planning across complex, multi-disciplinary, large-scale construction or fit-out projects from feasibility through to practical completion.
• Experience within the life sciences, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or advanced manufacturing sectors is highly regarded. Candidates with GMP-regulated project exposure will be prioritized.
• Demonstrated proficiency in EPCM project delivery methodologies, including involvement across engineering, procurement, and construction management phases.

Technical Knowledge & Skills

• Construction Economics: Advanced knowledge of construction cost planning principles, elemental cost analysis, and construction economics as applied to complex industrial and specialized facilities.
• Multi-Disciplinary Engineering: Sound understanding of engineering disciplines relevant to life sciences projects, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), process, civil, structural, and architectural works.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with GMP regulatory frameworks and the implications for design, specification, procurement, and construction cost within cleanroom and pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
• Document Interpretation: Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract documentation across multiple design disciplines.
• Industry Software: Working proficiency with industry-standard estimating and cost management software and tools.

Job Details:

• Contract Duration: 1-year contract

• Location: Novena

• Working Days & Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:30 am to 6:00 pm; Friday: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm

Job Descriptions:

• Support the Change Manager in preparing and consolidating monthly change reports for stakeholders

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather inputs and ensure timely submission of change reports

• Ensure reports are completed within established timelines and presented to clients as required

• Assist the Service Delivery Manager (SDM) in preparing reports for weekly and monthly project meetings

• Liaise with internal teams to collect and validate reporting data

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all submissions

• Maintain compliance with document control procedures across all document owners

• Support annual document review exercises and ensure proper documentation governance

• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure adherence to established procedures

• Maintain and update DC3 staff records to ensure data accuracy

• Track and monitor staff completion of mandatory training requirements

• Provide support for internal and external audit activities, including annual audit events

• Track audit findings and ensure timely closure of action items

• Support PMO-related activities such as asset administration and tracking

• Conduct annual asset verification and inventory checks

• Work closely with team leads to monitor and track service request (SR) status

• Prepare and deliver regular reports on SR performance and progress

• Support offsite staff welfare and engagement initiatives

• Coordinate administrative tasks such as meeting room bookings and team events

Job Requirements:

• GCE “O” Level qualification or equivalent

• Demonstrated ability to provide general administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of a project office

• Experience supporting SMO Managers / Project Managers in implementing PMO processes across the full project lifecycle

• Ability to monitor project performance and support adherence to project governance standards

• Hands-on experience in billing operations and PMO coordination activities

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PERSOL Singapore Pte Ltd • RCB No. 200007268E • EA License No. 01C4394• Reg. R22111375 Chua Jie Lin

Business Development Executive (F&B Brand Expansion)

Job Responsibilities

• Develop franchise and partnership opportunities for the company’s F&B brands in Singapore.
• Source potential investors and franchise partners through online and offline channels.
• Manage and operate social media platforms such as Xiaohongshu (RED), Douyin, and Kuaishou for franchise promotion.
• Plan, create, and publish franchise marketing videos and promotional content.
• Understand platform algorithms, posting rules, advertising policies, and content compliance requirements.
• Coordinate video shooting, content planning, and branding campaigns.
• Monitor content performance and optimize lead conversion strategies.
• Conduct client presentations, negotiations, and contract follow-ups.
• Research Singapore F&B market trends and competitor activities.
• Support outlet onboarding and franchise setup coordination.
• Participate in exhibitions, networking events, and promotional campaigns.
• Achieve monthly sales and business development targets.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Business, Marketing, Media, or related fields.
• Experience in F&B franchise development, business development, or social media marketing preferred.
• Familiar with Xiaohongshu, Douyin, and Kuaishou platform operations and content rules.
• Knowledge of short video content planning and social media marketing strategies.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and target-oriented.
• Bilingual in English and Chinese preferred.
• Basic video editing skills are an advantage.

Business Function:

Group Operations plays a critical role in enabling and empowering the bank by providing an efficient, nimble, and resilient infrastructure. This is achieved through a strategic focus on enhancing productivity, maintaining high standards of quality and control, leveraging technology, building people capability, and fostering innovation. The department is responsible for managing the majority of the bank’s operational processes and works closely with business partners through various banking delivery channels.

Job Purpose:

To provide comprehensive administrative and project management support to the Payment and Settlement Taskforce, ensuring the efficient execution of initiatives aimed at enhancing controls and optimising manual payment settlement processes. This role is critical in facilitating effective communication, tracking project progress, and preparing management updates to contribute to the overall success of the taskforce's objectives.

Key Accountabilities:

1) Seamlessly coordinate and schedule essential meetings, ensuring all stakeholders are well-informed and prepared for productive discussions.

2) Meticulously track project actions, ensuring timely completion and escalating any potential roadblocks to keep our initiatives on track.

3) Take ownership of enhancing our project tracker, implementing best practices to provide clear, real-time visibility into project status and key milestones.

4) Develop and refine engaging management decks, effectively communicating project progress, challenges, and achievements to senior leadership.

5) To assist with any other ad-hoc reviews or tasks.

Requirements:

1) University degree with at least 2 years of experience working in financial institutions, in a project management capacity.

2) A highly organised and detail-oriented professional with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

3) Proficiency in project management tools and presentation software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint and Excel).

4) A strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with stakeholders at all levels within the organisation.

5) Ability to work effectively in situations of ambiguity, demonstrating proactivity, a self-starter mentality, and a positive, can-do attitude.

Thanks, and Best Regards

Lini

Recruitment Consultant

R22108463

Benefits

• Basic Salary up to $4,200
• 5 Days Work Week (Mon-Fri, 10am - 6pm)
• Hybrid Working Arrangement
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Performance-Based Incentives
• Supportive and Collaborative Work Environment

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Business Development Executive to join our growing team. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy building relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and driving company growth. You will play a key role in expanding our client base, developing strategic partnerships, and supporting business development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Client Acquisition

• Identify and develop new business opportunities through networking, referrals, and market research.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients.
• Conduct outreach activities to generate leads and schedule appointments.
• Present company products and services to potential clients professionally and effectively.
• Follow up on leads and enquiries to convert opportunities into long-term business relationships.

Relationship Management

• Serve as a key point of contact for clients and maintain regular communication.
• Understand clients' needs and provide suitable solutions to support their objectives.
• Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and foster long-term partnerships.
• Gather client feedback and market insights to support business growth strategies.

Market Research & Strategic Support

• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments.
• Identify potential partnership and collaboration opportunities.
• Assist in developing and executing sales and business development strategies.
• Support marketing campaigns, networking events, and business initiatives when required.

Administrative & Reporting Duties

• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and sales activities.
• Prepare business development reports and pipeline updates.
• Track lead generation and conversion performance.
• Ensure all client information and documentation are properly maintained.

Operational Support

• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth onboarding and service delivery.
• Support company events, client engagement activities, and promotional campaigns.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and professional standards.

Key Requirements

• Minimum Diploma qualification or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in business development, sales, account management, customer relations, or related fields.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Excellent relationship-building and networking abilities.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience in lead generation, client acquisition, or sales-related activities will be an advantage.

Job Purpose

Steer complex EPC/EPCM projects through all phases—front‑end engineering (FEED), detailed design, procurement, construction and commissioning—while safeguarding schedule, budget and quality.

Key Accountabilities

1. Project Planning & Mobilization

• Lead development of FEED deliverables: Basis of Design, PEP (Project Execution Plan), PSSR (Pre‑Start Safety Review).
• Establish WBS, RACI matrix and master schedule (integrated across design, procurement, site).
• Onboard consultants, vendors and key subcontractors; ensure contract terms align with scope and risk allocation.

2. Execution & Performance Monitoring

• Coordinate internal and external interfaces: technical disciplines, construction, logistics, client teams.
• Chair weekly progress meetings, oversee action‑item closure, track Earned Value and schedule variance.
• Manage budget forecasting: monthly cost‑to‑complete, estimate at completion (EAC) and change‑order management.

3. Quality, HSE & Compliance

• Verify that QA/QC plans, inspection and test plans (ITPs) and non‑conformance reports (NCRs) are implemented.
• Monitor HSE KPIs to ensure site compliance with Permit‑to‑Work and WSH regulations.

4. Stakeholder & Client Management

• Serve as primary client interface: attend design reviews, variation meetings and management of change (MOC) workshops.
• Maintain high client satisfaction (≥ 8/10), manage expectations and resolve escalations

Qualifications & Experience

• B.Eng or BSc in Engineering/Construction Management; PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
• 10+ years in EPC/EPCM project delivery with at least 3 years as lead PM on multi‑discipline projects.
• Hands‑on experience in FEED, HAZOP (Hazard and Operability study) facilitation and commissioning.

Core Competencies

• Robust planning & scheduling skills (MS Project).
• Analytical mindset with strong commercial and contractual awareness.
• Highly effective communicator, adept at building cross‑functional alignment.
• Negotiate scope changes and manage high-stakes client communication.

Love talking to people, learning on the go, and making sales? We’re looking for someone energetic, keen in learning, and ready to grow fast!