Siew Gek Sim

April 2022 - Current

PUB - Water Supply Network - Network Service Division (Network Diversion)

• Oversee a team of 12 officers to manage large and small water pipelines diversion projects in Singapore. Pipe Diversion is carried out by 3rd party Contractor and approximately 150 pipelines have been successfully diverted each year.
• Streamlined and Improved operational efficiency by 50%. Implementing innovative solutions from Pre-Consultation till Handing Over and Defects Liability Period.
• Spearheaded in developing comprehensive procedures with step by steps guide to obtain In-principle no objection (IPNO) to the 3rd party contractors, to ensure all are well versed of the requirement and compliance.
• Championed in documentations for pipelaying activities, linkup on diverted pipes, and as-built drawings, strengthening the water networks by ensuring they are of high accuracy documented.
• Re-established the pipe linkup fees and each cost estimates is well documented with reasonings and justifications.
• Led quarterly PUB-LTA coordination meetings with project officers to address project issues and facilitate conflict resolution
• Meet with Requestors (i.e., government agencies and private developers) to resolve project technical issues.

Achievements

• Approx 150 pipelines had been successfully diverted each year.
• Most of the regular Contractors are familiar with our processes after 2 years of hard works in guiding them our requirements and sharing of good sample for their reference.

Nov 2016 - April 2021

PUB - Water Supply Network - Network Renewal Division (Small Mains)

• Took charge of small pipelines renewal programme for entire whole Singapore, by replacing those problematic pipelines to new ones.
• A series of Consultancy and Construction Tenders were called and awarded between 2017 till 2020
• Pipelines replacement rate was met the targeted KPI
• Performed Conditional Assessment on the water pipelines for prioritization in replacing the problematic ones

Achievements

Consistently achieved annual KPIs:

• 30 km completed in 2016
• 50 km completed in 2017
• 75 km completed in 2018
• 50 km completed in 2019 (Covid Year)

Aug 2012 - Nov 2016

PUB - Water Supply Network - Network Planning Division (Large Mains)

• Gather all the comments from maintenance team on the new pipeline alignment.
• Recce the site and identify possible corridors for laying upcoming large water mains
• Liaise and coordinate closely with multiple government agencies and service providers to de-conflict underground services especially for brown field.
• Put up paper to seek funding from the Board once the new pipeline alignment is firmed and method of construction is determined.

Achievements

> 20 papers were put up and fundings were successfully secured for the new pipeline projects

Feb 2006 - Aug 2012

PUB - Best Sourcing Dept - Senior Quantities Surveyor

• Vetting all the tender documents submission by the project officers, ensuring they are in order and compliance with requirements before uploading to GeBIZ
• Strengthen the Project's Specifications in the tender documents and de-conflict the clauses if any
• Vetting Extension of Time (EOT) Claims submitted by the project officers

Achievements

Vetted approx 180 tender documents yearly.

Oct 2002 - Jan 2006

People Association - Pasir Ris East Community Club - Constituency Manager

• Act as an administrator and facilitator in the establishment, development and strengthening of Grassroots Organisations (GROs) at the constituency level.
• Plan and execute community projects to foster community bonding and promote racial harmony
• Moblise Grassroots Leader (GRLs) and residents to engage in national campaigns and projects organised by government agencies.
• Oversee major events, including Ministerial Visits, attended by over 3000 participants

July 2000 - Sept 2003

Daiya Engineering and Construction Pte Ltd - Project Manager

• Main Contractor providing building construction services to the petroleum stations and high-end residential, and Good Class Bungalows (GCB) projects in Singapore.
• Supervise the construction process, ensuring the project is finished on schedule within scope and budget.
• Closely collaborates with architects and engineers to create designs, set deadlines, and determine labor and material costs.
• Negotiate with subcontractors for optimal pricing and terms to ensure a minimum profit margin of 20% for the company, while also ensuring that GCB projects are completed on time.

Jun 1995 - June 2000

Housing Development Board (HDB) - Contracts Manager

• Managing contractual matters for the HDB Upgrading Project from pre-contract to post-contract stages.
• Preparing work schedules, cost estimates, and tender documents; conducting interviews with the lowest 3 contractors and evaluating tenders for board approval.
• Providing contractual advice to technical professionals and handling cost apportionment for variation orders.
• Verifying and certifying progress payments to contractors, conducting site meetings, and overseeing project implementation.
• Developing an ISO filing system, preparing audit checklists, and assisting in compiling findings during ISO audits.
• Conducting quarterly ISO briefings for staff.

Achievement on Completed Projects

• Buona Vista Upgrading Precinct - Batch 3 (Contract Sum - $48 millions)
• Received CEO Design Excellence Award 1999 for Buona Vista Upgrading Precinct
• Kim Tian Upgrading Precinct - Batch 6 (Contract Sum - $22.6 millions)
• Tanjong Rhu Upgrading Preinct - Batch 9 (Contract Sum - 47.5 millions
• Jalan Eunos Upgrading Precinct - Batch 9 (Contract Sum - 21 millions)
• Toa Payoh Upgrading Precinct - Batch 15 (Contract Sum - 36 millions)

May 1993 - Nov 1993

Wuzhou Development Pte Ltd - Site Coordinator

• Erect 8 blocks of HDB flats at Tampines (N4C20).
• Conduct site inspections, attend site meetings, and perform site measurements/quantity take-offs.
• Certify monthly progress payments to subcontractors and evaluate contractors' quotations, awarding contracts based on cost-effectiveness and project requirements.
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