Asst Director (Sustainability & Smart Technology), Development Projects

NHB National Heritage Board; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHB National Heritage Board in Singapore seeks a Project Management & Sustainability Lead for the Founders’ Memorial project. You will drive development work on project management, sustainability and smart technologies adoption, coordinating with stakeholders, consultants and contractors to realise the Memorial’s vision and goals.

Preferably with a strong background in project management or engineering and at least 8 years of relevant experience in sustainability, environmental management or

Qualifications

• Background in Project Management or Engineering, preferably in electrical or environmental sustainability.
• At least 8 years of relevant working experience in project management, sustainability, environmental management or smart technology.

Responsibilities

• Drive progress and delivery in project work, interfacing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead on user/partner interfacing planning and discussions with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with consultants/contractors to identify and implement smart technologies for sustainability and efficiency.
• Develop sustainability plans, energy and waste management guidelines to minimise carbon footprint.
• Conduct market research and data analysis to stay abreast of heritage industry trends.
• Provide administrative support to the project and team.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Smart technologies

Job description

What the role is

Set in the Bay East Garden, the Founders’ Memorial aims to honour the legacy of our founding generation of leaders and inspires the future. It will be a landmark with an integrated gallery and gardens experience. In this role, you will be part of the team to drive and manage the development work on project management, sustainability and smart technologies adoption and implementation, in support of the Memorial’s vision and goals. You will be working closely with stakeholders, consultants and contractors in your areas of work.

What you will be working on

• Work with the Project Director and Project team to drive progress and delivery in project work, especially on interfacing matters.
• Lead on user/partner interfacing planning and discussions, with internal and external stakeholders.
• To collaborate and resolve issues, including drawing up MOUs and service agreements, identifying effective mitigation measures.
• Work with internal stakeholders, partners and possibly consultant to identify and implement smart technologies and innovative solutions to achieve higher building operational efficiency and enhance visitor experience.
• Explore possible implementations for the project, pre and post opening.
• Work with Design Consultants and project team on sustainability initiatives and develop implementation plans to achieve the target sustainability goals.
• Look into longer-term operational sustainability strategies and guidelines on energy use and waste management, to minimise the Memorial’s carbon footprint.
• Collaborate with our partners in working towards possible collective energy neutrality goal.
• Lead the divisional study in seeking opportunities for sustainability and innovative advancement for museum-built environment.
• Conduct case study, market research and data analysis; keep abreast of market trends relevant for heritage industry.
• Administrative matters in support of the work for the project and the team.
• Support the team in working towards the successful completion of the building project.

What we are looking for

Background in Project Management or Engineering, preferably in electrical or environmental sustainability field, or related discipline.

Preferably at least 8 years of relevant working experience in Project Management, Sustainable Development, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies and/or Smart Technology.

Project Management & Execution

Able to manage multiple stakeholders, consultants and contractors independently.

Design & Construction Management

Passionate about Smart Technologies and Sustainability, and proactive in learning and applying these tools and strategies for the built environment.

Sustainability

Experience with the latest Singapore Green Mark Code with Green Mark Manager is preferred.

• Strong verbal, written communication skills and presentation abilities
• Strong organisational, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with an inquisitive mind
• Good team player, self-motivated with strong ability to multitask and handle fast-paced projects

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