Deputy Executive General Manager

KAJIMA CORPORATION; Singapore; On-site; SGD 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

KAJIMA CORPORATION seeks a senior R&D leader to shape and drive the company’s R&D strategy and technology direction in the built-environment sector. You will lead multidisciplinary projects, manage technology introductions to subsidiaries, and foster collaborations with universities, government agencies, and industry partners, bridging HQ and regional teams to accelerate knowledge transfer.

Proven experience in construction DX, robotics, IoT, and AI, plus exceptional English and Japanese

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (MBA acceptable).
• At least 15 years of relevant experience.
• Practical experience in construction site management and project management.
• Proven experience in planning and executing R&D projects in construction.
• Experience in R&D management, including oversight of project progress, resources, and deliverables.
• Extensive knowledge and practical experience in construction digital transformation (DX), including applications, robotics, IoT, and AI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Japanese, including the ability to lead discussions, coordinate with Japan HQ, and deliver professional presentations in both languages at international conferences and external forums.

Responsibilities

• Support the EGM in shaping and driving the company’s R&D strategy and long-term technology direction.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and review of multidisciplinary R&D projects related to construction and built-environment sector.
• Manage technical support and introduction of new technologies to local subsidiaries.
• Drive collaboration with local and international universities, research institutions, government agencies, industry partners and start-ups.
• Strengthen collaboration between the branch, HQ, and regional subsidiaries to accelerate knowledge exchange and technology application.
• Bridge the gap between R&D and practical construction applications by translating research outcomes and emerging technologies into solutions for real projects.
• Identify project, operational, and business needs where new technologies could create practical value and support future development opportunities.
• Represent the company in senior-level research discussions, technical forums, industry networks, and strategic partnership engagements.

Skills

R&D Leadership

Communication

DX Technologies

Project Management

Construction Knowledge

Education

Master’s degree (MBA acceptable)

Job description

Job Description

• Support the EGM in shaping and driving the company’s overall R&D strategy, research priorities, and long-term technology direction.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and review of multidisciplinary R&D projects relate to the construction and built-environment sector.
• Management of technical support and introduction of new technologies to local subsidiaries company.
• Drive collaboration with local and international universities, research institutions, government agencies, industry partners and start-ups.
• Strengthen collaboration between the branch, HQ, and regional subsidiaries to accelerate knowledge exchange and technology application.
• Bridge the gap between R&D and practical construction applications by translating research outcomes and emerging technologies into solutions that can be implemented in real projects and the built environment.
• Identify project, operational, and business needs where new technologies could create practical value and support future development opportunities.
• Represent the company in senior-level research discussions, technical forums, industry networks, and strategic partnership engagements.

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in relevant field (such as MBA or equivalent business school experience)
• At least 15 years of relevant experience.
• Practical experience in construction site management and project management.
• Proven experience in planning and executing R&D projects in construction field
• Experience in R&D management, including oversight of project progress, resources, and deliverables.
• Extensive knowledge and practical experience in construction digital transformation (DX), including applications, robotics, IoT, and AI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Japanese, including the ability to lead discussions, coordinate with Japan HQ, and deliver professional presentations in both languages at international conferences and external forums.