site supervisor

Company:

Modular Design \& Build Pte Ltd

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Location:

Singapore / Various Project Sites

Job Description

We are looking for a responsible and hands-on

Site Supervisor

to oversee renovation and interior fit-out works across residential and commercial projects.

The Site Supervisor will be responsible for coordinating site activities, supervising subcontractors and workers, monitoring workmanship, ensuring safety and cleanliness, and keeping projects on schedule.

This role requires someone who can identify problems early, coordinate different trades effectively and provide clear updates to the Project Manager and Management.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise daily site activities and ensure works are carried out according to approved drawings, specifications and schedules

Coordinate subcontractors, workers, suppliers and deliveries on site

Monitor progress and ensure each trade completes work according to the required sequence

Check workmanship and identify defects or incomplete works

Ensure rectification works are followed up and completed properly

Conduct site measurements and verify dimensions where required

Coordinate works involving demolition, masonry, tiling, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, ceiling, painting and other trades

Ensure contractors understand the latest drawings and approved changes

Report site issues, delays, discrepancies or potential problems promptly

Provide regular site progress updates, photographs and reports to Management

Assist with project handover and defect inspections

Maintain proper site housekeeping and ensure work areas are kept organised

Monitor materials delivered to site and report shortages, damages or incorrect items

Ensure completed works are protected from damage by subsequent trades

Attend site meetings where required

Coordinate access arrangements with homeowners, building management, MCST or relevant parties where necessary

Ensure site activities comply with applicable safety requirements and building regulations

Carry out other reasonable site-related duties assigned by Management

Site Coordination Responsibilities

The Site Supervisor is expected to understand the sequence of renovation works and coordinate trades accordingly.

You should be able to identify situations such as:

Electrical or plumbing points conflicting with carpentry

Incorrect dimensions before fabrication

Ceiling works affecting lighting positions

Tiling levels affecting carpentry or doors

Incomplete preparation before the next trade arrives

Materials or fittings arriving at the wrong stage

Defects that could become more difficult to rectify later

The objective is to solve issues

before they become costly problems

.

Accountability

The Site Supervisor is expected to take ownership of the site under his or her supervision.

Responsibilities include:

Ensuring scheduled works are actually carried out

Following up on subcontractors instead of waiting for them to respond

Keeping Management informed of progress and problems

Checking completed works rather than assuming they are correct

Highlighting delays early and proposing practical recovery actions

Ensuring instructions and rectification items are properly closed

Requirements

Experience in renovation, interior fit-out, construction or site supervision preferred

Good understanding of renovation work sequencing and site coordination

Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, tiling, ceiling and general interior works

Able to read floor plans and basic construction drawings

Strong communication and coordination skills

Responsible, organised and able to work independently

Able to manage subcontractors and workers firmly but professionally

Able to travel between project sites

Basic computer and smartphone skills for reports, photographs and updates

Valid driving licence will be an advantage

Relevant technical qualification in construction, building, facilities or related discipline will be an advantage

Key Attributes

We are looking for someone who is:

Responsible • Hands-On • Observant • Firm • Organised • Practical • Accountable • Solution-Oriented

Performance Expectations

Performance will be assessed based on areas including:

Project progress

Workmanship quality

Defect control

Site coordination

Responsiveness

Reporting

Problem solving

Subcontractor management

Site cleanliness and organisation

Ability to prevent delays and rework

Career Progression

Strong performers may progress into roles such as:

Senior Site Supervisor → Project Coordinator → Project Manager → Senior Project Manager

For your current business model, I would keep this role focused on

site control and coordination

, while the Project Manager handles the wider client, schedule and commercial responsibilities.

At

Modular Design \& Build

, we believe good design and efficient space begins with understanding how people truly want to live.

We are building a team of designers, coordinators and creative professionals who want to do more than simply follow a standard renovation formula. Here, your ideas, experience and creativity are part of the process.

Our role is to listen to each homeowner’s vision, develop their ideas into practical and thoughtful solutions, and work together as a team to bring those ideas to life.

We want people who enjoy solving problems, creating better spaces and seeing their work become a real home for someone.

If you want to design with purpose, grow with a team and help turn homeowners’ ideas into reality, we would like you to build with us.