Dy Principal/Snr Engineer/Asst Director/Asst Manager - Contract (Bldg Devt Dept)

Public Service Division; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Public Service Division is seeking a capable project leader to oversee the development, re-development and refurbishment of MSE-owned infrastructure such as hawker centres and after-death facilities. You will coordinate with stakeholders to secure funding and lead diverse consultant teams to keep projects on time and within budget.

The role requires a degree in engineering/architecture/building/project management and at least five years of relevant experience, with strong analytical and

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering/Architecture/Building/Project management.
• At least 5 years of relevant consultancy/building experience.
• Ability to foresee risks and propose mitigations.
• Analytical with strong writing and communication skills.
• Mature, independent, resourceful and team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage development of MSE/NEA facilities.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to prepare funding approvals.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams to monitor projects on schedule and budget.
• Conduct feasibility studies and propose cost-effective solutions.
• Review design proposals to meet NEA objectives (quality, safety, sustainability).
• Manage procurement and administration of contracts.
• Prepare progress updates, budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure governance in contract administration and user requirements.
• Gather project information for process improvement.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Engineering/Architecture/Building/Project management

Job description

[What the role is]

The Building Development Department (BDD) oversees the development, re-development and refurbishment of MSE-owned infrastructure such as hawker centres and after-death facilities. You will be part of the team to oversee the development, re-development and refurbishment of MSE-owned infrastructure such as hawker centres and after-death facilities.

[What you will be working on]

This role requires you to:

• Oversee and undertake project management for development of MSE/NEA facilities such as after death facilities, hawker centre and markets, etc
• Work with stakeholders to prepare and seek funding approvals for building projects
• Lead multi-disciplinary consultant team to monitor and manage projects to ensure that the projects are on schedule and costs are within the approved budget
• Conduct feasibility studies and propose innovative/cost effective solutions
• Review design proposals and manage the projects to ensure they meet NEA's objectives in the areas of quality, delivery, environmental sustainability, safety and public relations.
• Manage the procurement of consultancy/construction services and administration of consultancy/construction contracts
• Prepare progress updates, manage budget forecasts and track project expenditures.
• Ensure good governance in the administration of the contracts for consultancy, Builder's works or other specialised services works required for the development of the projects.
• Work with user departments on their requirements for implementation into project deliverables
• Manage feedback and appeals related to the projects
• Gather, identify and analyse project information for process improvement

[What we are looking for]

The job might be for you if you possess the following qualities:

• Degree in Engineering/Architecture/Building/Project management with at least 5 years of relevant working experience in consultancy / building industry. Preferably experienced in leading multi-disciplinary project teams or equivalent.
• Ability to foresee risks and propose mitigation measures
• Analytical with good writing and communication skills
• Understanding of existing and emerging building technologies to analyse and implement them in Hawker Centres, After Death Facilities or any NEA facilities
• Mature, independent, resourceful and self-motivated
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.