Alicia Tan
Summary
Strategic and outcome-driven Senior Project Manager with over 14 years of leadership experience in public infrastructure development, specialising in the planning, procurement, and delivery of large-scale, complex engineering projects valued between $110M and $950M. Proven success managing multi-disciplinary teams, driving project governance, and leading cross-border initiatives. Recognised for stakeholder engagement, commercial acumen, and innovation in public sector solutions. Rare combination of skills including on-site Technical knowledge, Policy writing and Governance. Excellent writing skills.
Recently granted Australian Permanent Residency (Visa 189) and available for immediate employment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Land Transport Authority
Singapore, Singapore
01.2025 - Current
- Successfully awarded two civil contracts for the Downtown Line 2 extension (DTL2e) at a combined contract value of around $735 million.
- Developed project scopes, objectives, and deliverables aligned with stakeholder expectations.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement sessions to ensure alignment and transparency throughout project lifecycle.
Senior Project Manager
Land Transport Authority (Singapore)
01.2021 - Current
- Lead Project Manager for the RTS Link Project – a landmark cross-border rail infrastructure project between Singapore and Malaysia. Oversaw design and construction of key components including viaducts and aesthetic elements over the Straits of Johor. Managed projects ranging from $190M to $950M, including budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, and issue resolution. Led bilateral negotiations and developed complex cross-jurisdictional agreements.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex transportation projects on time and within budget.
- Developed and presented detailed tender board documentation to facilitate decision-making on variation orders and budget enhancements.
Manager (Policy & Commercial Strategy)
Land Transport Authority (Singapore)
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Headed the Non-Fare Arrangements team, managing commercialisation of rail (140+ stations), bus (26 interchanges), and road assets (5,000+ bus stops). Designed policies and contractual frameworks to optimise public revenue from retail and advertising, helping offset operational and maintenance costs. Successfully awarded retail and advertising rights for the TEL line, projected to generate over $100M in revenue over 16 years.
Senior Engineer (Rail Design Development)
Land Transport Authority (Singapore)
09.2015 - 12.2017
- Managed design for a major MRT station with 1.6km tunnel, integrated with the 50-hectare Punggol Digital District. Coordinated between planners, architects, engineers, and authorities to deliver a commuter-centric design. Applied design thinking methodologies to enhance urban mobility and connectivity.
Deputy Environmental Manager
Land Transport Authority (Singapore)
10.2011 - 09.2015
- Authored and implemented LTA’s noise management guidelines, later adopted nationally. Contributed to the creation of SS 602:2014, Singapore’s official code of practice for construction noise. Developed environmental impact assessment protocols for large transport projects.
Education
National University of Singapore
01-2015
Bachelor of Environmental Science & Engineering -
National University of Singapore
01-2011
Skills
- Project & Contract Management (>$900M)
- Client relationship management
- Cross-functional communication
- Contract preparation
- Specification review
- Quality control
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Budget control
- Excellent communication
- Time management
- Stakeholder relations
- Written communication
- Cross-border Project Delivery (Singapore–Malaysia Rapid Transit Link System)
- Policy & Commercial Strategy (Public Transport Infrastructure)
- Multi-Stakeholder Coordination (Government, Consultants, Contractors)
- Design Management (Rail, MRT, Urban Integration)
- Contract Administration, Claims & Risk Mitigation
- Public Tendering & Revenue Maximisation
- Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
- Chartered Engineer PMP Certified ISO 14001
- Technical presentations
- Project planning
- Scope management
Accomplishments
- Delivered multiple public infrastructure projects exceeding $500M+ in contract value successfully.
- Secured Singapore’s first MRT non-fare tenders, securing long-term commercial returns.
- Played a pivotal role in cross-border negotiations with Malaysian counterparts for the RTS project.
- Appointed as technical committee member in the launch of national environmental standards.
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Chartered Engineer (IES, Singapore)
- ISO 14001: Environmental Management
- Qualified Erosion Control Professional
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Land Transport Authority
01.2025 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Land Transport Authority (Singapore)
01.2021 - Current
Manager (Policy & Commercial Strategy)
Land Transport Authority (Singapore)
01.2018 - 12.2020
Senior Engineer (Rail Design Development)
Land Transport Authority (Singapore)
09.2015 - 12.2017
Deputy Environmental Manager
Land Transport Authority (Singapore)
10.2011 - 09.2015
National University of Singapore
Bachelor of Environmental Science & Engineering -
National University of Singapore