Executive / Senior Engineer / Architect / Manager

Building and Construction Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is seeking professionals to review building plans and shape policies for accessibility and universal design. The ideal candidate has a degree related to engineering or architecture, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment are essential. Join a dynamic team committed to creating a sustainable and inclusive built environment for Singapore.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant building design and project management experience.
• Good command of spoken and written English is essential.
• Registration as an architect or professional engineer is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Review building plan submissions focusing on safety and accessibility.
• Formulate strategies for accessibility standards and universal design.
• Promote and manage the Accessibility Fund.
• Engage stakeholders and conduct outreach for universal design adoption.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate or Building-related discipline

Job description

What the role is:

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) champions the development of a safe, sustainable and liveable built environment for Singapore. Join our dynamic team that actively shapes a more accessible and inclusive city. You will experience diverse roles and functions covering building regulations, stakeholder engagement, grant administration and universal design promotion.

What you will be working on:

• Reviewing building plan submissions, including designs related to safety, environmental sustainability and barrier-free accessibility
• Formulating strategies, policies and processes for accessibility standards and advancing universal design in the built environment
• Promoting and administering the Accessibility Fund
• Carrying out stakeholder engagement and community outreach initiatives to address accessibility challenges and promote universal design adoption

What we are looking for:

• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate or Building-related discipline
• Minimum 3 years of relevant building design and project management experience
• Good command of spoken and written English
• Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and perform well under pressure and tight deadlines
• Registration as an architect with the Board of Architects or as a professional engineer with the Professional Engineers Board is an advantage

Successful candidates will be offered contract employment.

Interested applicants, please apply online.

About Building and Construction Authority

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) is an agency under the Ministry of National Development, whose mission is to shape a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment. As the lead public agency, we champion transforming Singapore into a future-ready built environment. Our people set us apart as we champion the development of a future-ready built environment for Singapore. Our people’s commitment to regulating building safety, leading and transforming the built environment and the industry, helps us to build a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment. Join us in our journey to transform the way we shape Singapore’s landscape. Impactful: Champion an inclusive and sustainable built environment for people of all ages, abilities and needs. Transformational: Lead the transformation of the built environment sector to deliver a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment. Forward-Looking: Shape the landscape to prepare for the future of Singapore, rally the built environment sector to achieve far-reaching goals that reach beyond today and improve the living environment for Singaporeans from all walks of life.