(Senior) Manager (Project Development/Facilities Management), SpIA

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for Project Development and Facilities Management of the workplace (research and office), aligned with A*STAR’s strategic goals in research.

The job scope encompasses project development and management of the project life-cycle from space/concept planning to building facilities which are of quality and incorporate smart features. Post project development, the job holder will lead in contract management and ensure A*STAR’s facilities are managed in a safe, sustainable, and value-for-money manner.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Formulate development strategies on space management, infrastructure planning, project development and management to ensure optimal and sustainable design to facilitate world-class scientific research.
• Translate users’ requirements to design brief & technical specifications, and establish project budgets for the procurement of consultancy services and construction contracts.
• Advise and evaluate technical specifications to ensure sound engineering approaches and/or technologies are exploited at reasonable costs.
• Oversee and control construction timelines to ensure that projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and meet specified quality standards.
• Manage project meetings between project teams, users, consultants, and contractors for effective execution of project milestones.
• Establish and define requirements for facilities maintenance, and establish maintenance programs factoring in environmental sustainability and cost-effectiveness.
• Be a champion in leading green practices and promote sustainability in the operations and maintenance of buildings & facilities.
• Implement and review maintenance engineering initiatives to achieve higher reliability, maintainability, and serviceability.
• Establish contracts in support of facilities management & maintenance of various infrastructure e.g. ACMV/M&E services, BMS, Gas and Chemical Systems, Security Access Control, Cleaning & Pest Control, Landscaping, General Building services, etc.
• Engage internal stakeholders and various external parties e.g. Landlord, Contractors, Suppliers in keeping A*STAR facilities relevant and vibrant.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Bachelor Degree in Engineering or related fields.
• Possess at least 3 years of relevant experience in project development and/or facilities management in research and/or industrial facilities.
• A self-driven and meticulous individual with a strong ability to multi-task.
• Good time management skills and ability to deliver results under tight timelines.
• Possess strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication and organization skills.
• Confident to communicate at all levels and able to think creatively and apply strategic thinking to tasks.