Engineering Operations Lead - Client-Facing & Fast-Paced

CBRE Asia Pacific; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Asia Pacific in Singapore is seeking a confident, hands-on Engineering Lead to oversee daily engineering operations for a major technology client. You will manage vendors, lead a skilled engineering team, and drive operational excellence while maintaining safety and reliability of building systems.

This client-facing role requires strong stakeholder management, exceptional communication, and the ability to navigate a fast-moving environment with independence and proactive leadership.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of facilities or engineering operations experience.
• Strong client management and stakeholder engagement experience.
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Independent, proactive, and able to perform well in a fast-moving environment.
• Experience leading engineering teams, vendors, and site operations.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and building systems.
• Degree or diploma in Engineering or related discipline preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day engineering and maintenance operations for the Singapore site.
• Build strong relationships with client stakeholders and act as a trusted operational partner.
• Manage and mentor the engineering team, providing guidance, coaching, and leadership.
• Oversee vendors, contractors, and service partners to ensure quality delivery and compliance.
• Ensure building systems, preventive maintenance, and critical infrastructure are operating effectively.
• Drive operational improvements, problem-solving, and quick decision-making in a fast-paced environment.
• Support budgeting, reporting, scheduling, and maintenance planning activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, operational, and workplace standards.

Skills

Client management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Communication

Independent

Proactive

Vendors & site ops

Team mentorship

Mechanical/Electrical/HVAC knowledge

Education

Degree or diploma in Engineering

Job description

CBRE Asia Pacific in Singapore is seeking a confident, hands-on Engineering Lead to oversee daily engineering operations for a major technology client. You will manage vendors, lead a skilled engineering team, and drive operational excellence while maintaining safety and reliability of building systems.

This client-facing role requires strong stakeholder management, exceptional communication, and the ability to navigate a fast-moving environment with independence and proactive leadership.