Coastal protection planning and project management.

Senior Manager, Civil & Structure (Coastal Protection)
Sentosa Development Corporation
Contract
Closing on 31 Jul 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
Key Responsibilities
Develop project briefs, requirements, technical specifications for the procurement of consultancy, data collection and construction contracts for projects related to coastal protection and/or building and infrastructure works.
Plan, execute and manage the entire cycle of developing project brief, tendering, proposal evaluation processes, project award and initiation processes.
Understand and identify the conditions and constraints in Sentosa environment and propose feasible engineering solutions.
Performing quantitative and qualitative analysis to determine implications and costs of the proposed strategies.
Manage, review and provide constructive engineering inputs to consultants and/or contractors. This includes review of both proposed permanent structure as well as temporary works and ensure compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and ordinances.
Project management of external consultants to carry out coastal protection, drainage and infrastructure related studies, planning and designs and including all works assigned by the supervisor.
Where required, will conduct inspections with respective Technical professional to ensure that all works are carried out in accordance to approved drawings & specifications and complies with quality, standard requirements and contract specifications. This will include ensuring safety precautions and requirements are enforced on site.
Develop, review and enhance long term coastal protection planning strategies for SDC, which include:
- Identifying and assessing the risks from sea-level rise and climate change; and opportunities (eg integration of coastal protection measures with long-term land use plans);
- Identifying and assessing overseas best practices, emerging risks, as well as other policies that may impact the proposed strategies;
- Performing quantitative and qualitative analysis to determine implications and costs of the proposed strategies;
- Formulating data management plan with Data Manager (GIS); and
- Assisting operation team to plan for operational readiness on flood response.
Plan and develop stakeholder engagement plans, to educate, increase awareness and get buy-in for SDC and Government’s initiatives and programmes from our stakeholders.
Liaising with and providing the necessary inter-agency support to PUB, the national Coastal Protection Agency and other agencies.
What we are looking for
Job Requirements
Degree in Engineering (preference in Civil and Environmental Engineering) and/or Master’s Degree in Coastal Engineering, Hydro-informatics or a closely related discipline.
Minimum 10 years of post-graduate experience in the construction industry with at least 5 years of relevant experience in coastal engineering.
Someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment to develop technical details and working with multiple stakeholders. The officer should also be passionate about playing a part in building Sentosa’s long-term capacity to address climate change.
Knowledge of various coastal & drainage modelling and GIS software, spatial and temporal data processing and analysis.
Design and/or Design Management experience in multi-disciplinary engineering projects or infrastructure projects would be an advantage.
Possess strong written and communication skill in English and able to engage stakeholders from diverse background.
This is a 4-year contract with the possibility of renewal.
About Sentosa Development Corporation
Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) was established on 1 September 1972 as a Statutory Board under the Ministry of Trade and Industry. Its charter since inception has been to oversee the development, management and promotion of the Sentosa Island as a resort destination for locals and tourists. Under the care of SDC, the island went through a makeover to become a premier getaway with multi-faceted appeal. From business conventions to beach parties, Sentosa caters to an extensive range of needs and interests. SDC has evolved and grown over the years. It currently oversees the following business and commercial units – Sentosa Leisure Management Pte Ltd, Sentosa Golf Club, Sentosa Cove Resort Management Pte Ltd and Mount Faber Leisure Group.