Responsibilities:

• Manage and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances, ensuring accuracy and efficient resolution of discrepancies.
• Prepare and review comprehensive financial reports, including customer sales, collection forecasts, cash flow projections, profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and budget-to-actual performance analysis.
• Deliver detailed monthly management reports for the Group and its entities, providing valuable financial insights.
• Supervise cash flow management and collections to ensure smooth financial operations and liquidity.
• Oversee the preparation of tax computations, handle tax filings, and ensure audited accounts meet regulatory standards.
• Address corporate and GST tax inquiries promptly and accurately.
• Coordinate with external parties such as vendors, tax agents, and auditors to support audits and compliance efforts.
• Ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures while meeting deadlines for account submissions.
• Assist in preparing quarterly board packs and annual reports for the Group.
• Lead and mentor team members, fostering professional growth and high-quality work.

Requirements:

• ACCA certification, a degree in Accounting, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong knowledge in Accounting, Tax, and Transfer Pricing.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience, ideally with exposure to auditing.
• Capable of handling tight deadlines and maintaining a positive, solution-focused attitude under pressure.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Meticulous attention to detail with a positive, collaborative attitude.
• Strong communication skills, with a team-oriented mindset and a track record of effective teamwork

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on the apply button

EA License No: 96C4864

Reg. No.: R2094940

For candidate who applied for the advertised position is deemed to have consented to us that we may collect, use or disclose your personal information for purpose in connection with the services provided by us.

Job Requirements

-Must be able to work night shift and split shift

-Must be able to work extra hours if needed

-Serves as the link between direct reports and middle / upper management.

-Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products, utilizing knowledge of production processes and methods, machine and equipment capabilities, and human resource requirements and capabilities.

-Makes decisions on job assignments and work priorities

-Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays and downtime.

-Responsible for equipment condition and department housekeeping

-Researches, complies and prepares reports, correspondence, and other information required by management, as well as, identifies and resolves report discrepancies or errors.

-Works with employees to maintain a safe work environment. Leads and supports direct reports to work in a safe manner and to seek improvements in work practices.

-Ensures that product quality and production efficiencies meet or exceed established standards.

-Examines procedures and recommends changes to save time, labor, and other costs and to improve quality control and operating efficiency.

-Observes direct reports to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and productivity standards.

-Verifies completeness and accuracy of direct reports’ work, computations, and records.

-Participates in work of direct reports to facilitate productivity or overcome difficult aspects of work.

· Must be able to work night shift and split shift

· Must be able to work extra hours or weekend if needed

Responsibilities:

* Coordinating daily management operations

* Delivering superior food and beverage service and maximizing customer satisfaction

* Responding efficiently and accurately to restaurant customer complaints

* Organize and supervise shifts

* Appraise staff performance and provide feedback to improve productivity

* Estimate future needs for goods, kitchen utensils and cleaning products

* Able to work night shift

Requirements:

* Able to speak Mandarin

* Able to work night shift

* Proven work experience or similar role

* Proven customer service experience as a supervisor

* * Extensive food and beverage (F&B) knowledge, with ability to remember and recall ingredients and dishes to inform customers and wait staff

* Strong leadership, motivational and people skills

* Acute financial management skills

Responsibilities

You will assist in the tasks of the Quality Service and Finance units for the client, with a focus on both quality service and finance support, including:

Quality Service tasks:

1. Addressing clients' queries over the phone and via emails.

2. Attending to walk-in clients.

3. Providing administrative support to the QS team as needed.

4. Any other duties assigned by the QS Manager.

Finance tasks:

1. Handling procurement tasks and managing stock of pantry/stationery items.

2. Scanning, filing, and organizing documents.

3. Checking details in SCMS for investigations, processing refunds, and resolving discrepancies in backlog or current cases.

4. Assisting with the implementation of NETS at kiosks.

5. Sending email reminders to Hakams to submit claims.

6. Any other duties assigned by the Finance Officer/Manager.

Working Arrangement:

Working Hours:

Mon to Thurs – 8am to 5.30pm

Fri – 8am to 5pm

Sat-Sun and PHs - Not working

Duration: 6 Months

Location: Lengkok Bahru

Requirements:

1. Diploma in any discipline. Candidates without a diploma but with relevant work experience will also be considered. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

2. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to work with multiple IT systems.

3. Good communication and writing skills

4. Organized with excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

5. Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

6. Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in document handling, procurement, and financial tasks.

7. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

8. A proactive, self-motivated individual who can work independently and collaboratively within a team.

9. Able to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure, while maintaining a high level of professionalism.

10. Passionate about serving the community and demonstrating empathy and respect when dealing with clients and colleagues.

EA License No.: 96C4864

Reg. No.: R22110485 SHANICE LIM XIN NI

Join Acestes Pte Ltd: A Social Enterprise Making a Difference

Acestes Pte Ltd is a social enterprise dedicated to empowering local workers, particularly those from lower-income families. By providing stable employment and opportunities for growth, we strive to uplift individuals and strengthen our community.

As a Finance & Corporate Service Executive, you will play a vital role in our mission by ensuring the financial health of the company and the seamless operation of corporate functions.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation and analysis of accurate and timely financial reports.
• Data Analysis: Utilize data analytics tools to identify trends and insights to support decision-making.
• Accounts Payable: Process and manage accounts payable invoices, ensuring timely payments and accurate records.
• Payroll and HR Administration: Oversee the timely and accurate processing of payroll, including tax calculations, deductions, and HR-related administrative tasks like data entry and record-keeping.
• Corporate Services: Manage corporate services, including procurement of insurance policies and other corporate needs.
• Account Reconciliation:Reconcile accounts to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Project Support: Provide financial support to various projects, including budgeting and tracking.
• Ad-hoc Analysis: Conduct ad-hoc analysis as needed to address specific business needs.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong financial acumen: A deep understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and analytical techniques.
• Data-driven mindset: A passion for data analysis and the ability to extract meaningful insights.
• Problem-solving skills: The ability to identify and resolve complex financial issues.
• Attention to detail: A meticulous approach to financial data and processes.
• Effective communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey financial information.
• Adaptability: The ability to adapt to changing business needs and priorities.
• Qualifications: Diploma or Degree in Finance, Business, or equivalent. Professional qualification as a CFA/CPA is considered a plus.

Don't have the exact qualifications?No problem! We believe in potentials and are committed to providing training and development opportunities for individuals with the right mindset.

Join our team and contribute to our growth!

• Supervision of specialist contractors.
• The control of health and safety standards on construction projects.
• Liaise with engineer and foreman to execute the work as per planning for the project.
• Recording, control and reporting of progress on a construction project
• Control of quality of works on a construction project.
• The minimisation of the environmental impact of construction projects.
• Assisting commercial staff with the monitoring of costs on a construction project

Roles & Responsibilities

• Ensuring teams work together to deliver quality work to strict deadlines.
• Monitoring construction processes, and providing training and team building sessions are required.
• Ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations at all times.
• Performing equipment, material, and routine site inspections.
• Scheduling regular meetings with vendors, site inspectors, managers, and staff.
• Writing up reports, budgets, project plans, and presenting them to relevant stakeholders.
• Working closely with architects and other professionals.
• Staying up-to-date with safety codes and advancements in construction.

He is to accomplish department objectives by supervising staff and organizing and monitoring work processes.

Manages the installation of solar power systems, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and quality standards:

• Manage teams: Lead and motivate teams of installers, technicians, and subcontractors
• Coordinate tasks: Schedule daily tasks for site workers, subcontractors, and vendors
• Ensure compliance: Verify safety procedures and equipment, and ensure work complies with local building codes, safety regulations, and design specifications
• Provide technical support: Provide technical assistance to installers and other solar professionals
• Monitor progress: Track installation progress, inspect work, and document work
• Communicate: Communicate clearly with supervisors, peers, and subordinates
• Prepare documentation: Ensure accurate completion of all required documentation, checklist, timecards, and photography
• Assess sites: Assess potential solar installation sites to determine feasibility and design requirements
• Identify cost-saving opportunities: Identify means to reduce costs, minimize risks, or increase efficiency

Overall in-charge of the Econ Group on its finance and accounting aspects

• Responsible for financing and banking matters

• Feasibility study on all projects in Singapore as well as overseas on its financial aspect

• Monitor the financial performance of Econ Group

• Involve in the taxation and costing matters

• Improve on the accounting management information system and computerisation programme

• Develop standard accounting practice within the group of companies

• Approval of payment

1. applicants should have the site management working experience on the construction site at least 5 years.

2.the applicant's age should be less 50 years.

3. lead full team of workers on site.

4. assisting site managers' work

5.to ensure that in completed site activities are carried out,on the next following day.

6. good communication skills especially in English & Chinese.

7. to ensure smooth operation of site activities

Desciption and Responsibilities:

1. To lead site construction team in ensuring smooth executive of work.

2. Day to day management of the site, including supervising and monitoring the site labour force and the work of any Main-contractor.

3. Liaising with authorities, clients, Main- contractor, and consultants to resolve any commercial and contractual matters

4. Checking and ensuring all plans and works are per speci cations.

5. Resolving any technical problems/difficulties that may arise on site.

6. To ensure proper handover of project to client.

7. Follows all safety regulations and precaution, ensuring safe practices are adopted and maintained on-site.

8. Responsible for the safe usage of the company equipment and adequate control on materials wastage.

9. May perform other related work as required by his supervisor from time to time.

10. Any Ad-hoc duties required.

Requirements:

1. Experience in infrastructural projects.
2. Experience in constructure related of works wil be an advantage.
3. Good working attitude, self-motivated and able to work independently.
4. Good communication skills.
5. Able to multitask and hardworking.
6. 6 days work w

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of warehouse staff, including receiving, picking, and packing of goods.
• Ensure efficient utilization of warehouse space and resources to optimize inventory management.
• Implement and enforce safety and security procedures to maintain a safe working environment.

- Assist Delivery of catering food to event venue
- Assist in set up and tear down of catering set ups in timely and organised manner

-Verify and endorse all incoming products & raw materials

-Help in the preparation and design of all food and drinks menus.

-Produce high quality plated both design and taste-wise

-Assist in preparation, washing, peeling, chopping, cutting all food ingredients.

-Cleaning the food preparation equipment and other kitchen tools, housekeeping.

-Ensuring the food preparation areas are clean and hygienic.

-Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards

-Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation

-Monitor portion control to meet requests and minimize waste

-Maintain a positive and professional approach with customers

As Retail Supervisor, you are the customer service specialist of the store. You take great care of our customers and are responsible to exceed their expectations by listening to their needs, answering questions about products and services, finding products that meet their needs, providing in depth product information about the goods they are interested in and achieving sales, delivering service and operations excellence.

You engage in innovation and productivity initiatives for the store. In order to drive seamless customer experience across channels and handles order fulfilment processes for customers in store. You enjoy working in a fast-paced, diverse and customer-centric store environment.

As the first point-of-contact in store, you also serve as the ambassador of the organisation, is a highly motivated and service-oriented individual and communicates well and thrives in a team environment.

Candidates must be willing to travel to Tuas

5 Day work week

Role:

• Provide timely and accurate financial information and analyses including management and financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and overall control
• Lead and manage continuous improvement projects for finance department excellence
• Support Senior Manager on monthly review of entities financial performance, follow up on queries and ensure closure of action items
• Work closely with the Finance Managers to support the Directors and Group Management to achieve financial KPIs
• Review projects profitability and submit monthly reports to management, explaining delta costs and margin achievements against forecasts
• Credit review and release for new customers, release of sales orders and variation orders in SAP
• Cash flow management, including cash flow forecast and the review of foreign exchange hedging requirements

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant with at least 5 years post qualifying experience
• Good experience and knowledge in SAP systems
• Prior experience in Commercial FP&A or business partnering
• Self-motivated, dynamic and result oriented individual
• Ability to work independently and produce accurate works within tight deadlines
• Team player with initiative, willingness to learn and take on responsibilities
• Strong collaboration, consensus building, problem resolution and communication skills

Responsibilities:

Accounting & Reporting (30%):

• Supporting the day to day general ledger accounting and reconciliation, financial reporting and analysis – Using QuickBooks (or Xero)
• Support in all monthly, quarterly and annual close activities which include analyzing accounts, journal entries (and/or amending them), performing account reconciliations, and preparing reports and financial documents
• GST-Filing: Collate all the necessary documentation and reports, ensure approval by Company Directors and submit to Head of Finance

Finance (40%):

• Organise the planning and forecasting process to build a complete picture of our P&L
• Develop dashboards and projectors using QuickBooks
• Provide support on costings for project proposals to clients
• Handle company payments as required, including creators involved in Crowdsourcing
• Invoice and accounts payable: Issue invoices to clients as per project schedule. Ensure on time payment from clients. Ensure payment on time to suppliers, as per our commitments and cash flow position
• Track time sheets of whole team to analyse/report profitability on a project by project basis

Overall Team Support (30%):

• Prepare Director’s claim on monthly basis
• Record and keep track of employees’ leave benefits
• Ensure time sheets are submitted on weekly basis
• Provide support with Expenses for the team
• Administrative support (travel, venues materials, external participants etc)
• Any other ad-hoc admin duties as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Demonstration of key finance competencies and qualifications, ideally with 2 or more years of experience
• Strong FP&A and controllership background
• As the Finance Spark, one needs to be a self-starter and proactive person
• Willing to learn quickly, not afraid to speak up (or have a POV), want to make a difference
• Ability and tact to work across very different cultures
• Familiar with Quickbooks, Xero and Microsoft Office suite (Excel in particular) and digitally savvy
• Ability to effectively interact with external stakeholders including advisors, clients, banks, and regulatory bodies such as ACRA and IRAS
• Strong analytical skills, and knowledge of GAAP accounting principles
• Ability to work independently, proactive, motivated
• Meticulously detailed
• Working hours: 5 Days a Week, Regular Working Hours

Location: 10 Raeburn Park, Singapore 088702

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Manager to lead our financial and management reporting functions. In this critical role, you will ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, provide insights to support strategic decision-making, and contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes.

This position is ideal for a professional who thrives in data-driven environments and has a passion for delivering clear, actionable financial insights to stakeholders.

Based in Singapore, the individual must be willing to travel, if needed.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and oversee the production of accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS) and regulatory requirements.
• Manage external audits and liaise with auditors to ensure successful and efficient audit processes.

Management Reporting

• Develop and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports to provide actionable insights into business performance.
• Partner with various entities to create customized financial analyses and performance metrics.
• Present financial results and trends to senior management and other stakeholders.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Oversee the budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Analyze variances between actual results and budget/forecast, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Provide recommendations to enhance financial performance and cost efficiency.

Process Improvement and Systems Management

• Identify and implement improvements to financial reporting processes and systems to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Ensure robust internal controls are in place for reporting and data integrity.
• Collaborate with other departments and entities to optimize financial systems and reporting tools.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Lead and mentor a team of Finance specialists, fostering professional development and growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including accounting, operations, and strategy, to ensure alignment of financial goals and reporting processes.

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, ACCA) is highly desirable.
• 4+ years of progressive experience in financial management, with a strong focus on reporting.
• Experience in managing financial reporting for large or complex organizations is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS).
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and analysis.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly and concisely.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities.
• Experience in working with multiple entities across different countries, particularly in Asia will be essential
• Fluent in English and Mandarin. Ability to converse in Thai will be an advantage.

Contact Us

Interested candidates, please send us your updated resume with your current and expected salary

1. Supervise, direct and instruct junior supervisor, foreman, and contractors by ensuring technical specifications and drawings given are compiled within time and quality standards.

2.Conduct regular site inspections to ensure specifications are met and safety regulations are enforced.

3. Supervise Sub-contractors and nominated subcontractors' progress and quality of work.

4. Make regular site inspections to identify nonconformances.

5. Communicate and co-ordinate between the site staff and sub-contractors.

6. Prepare and keep day work records.

7. Arrange for inspection, testing and handover.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the management with daily operational matters
• Motivate team members and maintain a high level of team cohesiveness
• Ensure staff adhere to company SOP
• Support the daily operation in collaboration with the managers, assist with monthly forecasting, weekly schedule, restaurant profitability evaluation etc.
• Plan routine cleaning of the outlet
• Routine inventory stock checking
• Maintain Food Hygiene and Safety Standards
• Execution of maintenance schedule for equipment and perform routine inspections
• Able to resolve any service disruptions or customer complaints
• Able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Responsible for the preparation work of outlet opening and closing during operation hours

Requirements:

• A minimum of 2 year of relevant experience in KTV/Restaurant Service/Retail or equivalent
• At least a Certificate in Food & Beverage service
• Great communication skills
• Able to commit shift work, weekends and public holidays

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day to day operations of the facility
• Schedule preparation, pre-planning and resource forecasting to all activities
• Monitor and control food management on site as to ensure proper storage and unnecessary wastage
• Foster positive communications and relationships with team members, management, vendors and clients
• Provide for site safety and security, devise and implement site policies and standard operating procedures
• Handle emergencies appropriately according to established procedures, prepare and file accident reports
• Supervise and evaluate staff, complete employee reviews; keep accurate records of employee attendance and timesheets; provide positive direction to motivate quality performance, discipline personnel when necessary and appropriate
• Interview candidates; onboard and help in training new hires
• Set goals and oversee work to completion, schedule and track assignments
• Communicate with customers regarding products and services
• Liase and work closely with customers
• Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned from time to time

Requirements:

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in KTV/Restaurant Service/Retail or equivalent
• At least a Certificate in Food & Beverage service
• Great communication skills
• Able to commit shift work, weekends and public holidays

Responsibilities:

• Assist the management with daily operational matters
• Motivate team members and maintain a high level of team cohesiveness
• Ensure staff adhere to company SOP
• Support the daily operation in collaboration with the managers, assist with monthly forecasting, weekly schedule, restaurant profitability evaluation etc.
• Plan routine cleaning of the outlet
• Routine inventory stock checking
• Maintain Food Hygiene and Safety Standards
• Execution of maintenance schedule for equipment and perform routine inspections
• Able to resolve any service disruptions or customer complaints
• Able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Responsible for the preparation work of outlet opening and closing during operation hours

Requirements:

• A minimum of 2 year of relevant experience in KTV/Restaurant Service/Retail or equivalent
• At least a Certificate in Food & Beverage service
• Great communication skills
• Able to commit shift work, weekends and public holidays

Cleaning Supervisor

• Supervise ad-hoc cleaning and ensure timely completion and meet our quality standard

• Attend 1st session visit at new customers with assigned staff

• Manage inventory of cleaning tools and products

• Manage all local & HSS staff schedules, including attendance

Operation and others:

• Create new and updated customers’ data

• Generate monthly sales invoices (Note: All invoices are to be sent out by the end of each month).

• Manage customers including following up to maintain timely payments

• Prepare and submit all staffs’ wages

• Attend to new sales inquiries till the duel closed

• Sending marketing emails to offices, agents, MA, etc. to create awareness of our services

• Manage new online booking apps, when on board

Responsibilities

• Reports to Project Manager.
• Lead and supervise a team to coordinate all M&E related issues with the Project Engineer and Architectural Supervisor.
• Coordinate services requirement for both site work and pre-cast production.
• Schedule and supervise on work activities and site inspection.
• Managing all M&E related activities and projects

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering or related fields; PE Board recognized degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the construction industry, with strong coordination experience in M&E systems.
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit, BIM software, or other relevant M&E design tools.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Knowledge of construction processes, safety standards, and industry best practices related to M&E systems.

EA Registration No.: R1766406

EA License No.: 17C8673

Candidates must be willing to travel to Tuas

5 Day work week

Role:

• Provide timely and accurate financial information and analyses including management and financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and overall control
• Lead and manage continuous improvement projects for finance department excellence
• Support Senior Manager on monthly review of entities financial performance, follow up on queries and ensure closure of action items
• Work closely with the Finance Managers to support the Directors and Group Management to achieve financial KPIs
• Review projects profitability and submit monthly reports to management, explaining delta costs and margin achievements against forecasts
• Credit review and release for new customers, release of sales orders and variation orders in SAP
• Cash flow management, including cash flow forecast and the review of foreign exchange hedging requirements

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant with at least 5 years post qualifying experience
• Good experience and knowledge in SAP systems
• Prior experience in Commercial FP&A or business partnering
• Self-motivated, dynamic and result oriented individual
• Ability to work independently and produce accurate works within tight deadlines
• Team player with initiative, willingness to learn and take on responsibilities
• Strong collaboration, consensus building, problem resolution and communication skills

We are searching for a reliable, deadline-driven construction supervisor to oversee construction crews at our company. The construction supervisor's responsibilities include recruiting new crew members, monitoring performance and making recommendations for improvement, as well as educating all staff on safety. You should ensure that projects stay within budget and that required materials and equipment are available.

To be successful as a construction supervisor, you should demonstrate a sound understanding of safety regulations and building codes and be able to transfer this knowledge to your team. Top-notch construction supervisors are leaders who can identify problems and find feasible solutions to them.

Construction Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Ensuring teams work together to deliver quality work to strict deadlines.
• Monitoring construction processes, and providing training and team building sessions are required.
• Ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations at all times.
• Performing equipment, material, and routine site inspections.
• Scheduling regular meetings with vendors, site inspectors, managers, and staff.
• Writing up reports, budgets, project plans, and presenting them to relevant stakeholders.
• Working closely with architects and other professionals.
• Staying up-to-date with safety codes and advancements in construction.
• Assisting with the recruitment and training of new staff.
• Processing paperwork and traveling to multiple sites as required.

Construction Supervisor Requirements:

• High school diploma or similar.
• Bachelor's degree in construction, business, management, or engineering preferable.
• Experience in the construction industry required.
• Experience in a leadership role recommended.
• Valid driver's license.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to focus and keep calm under pressure.
• Ability to keep track of multiple projects.