Facilities Management Director

AlwaysHired Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Facilities Management Director to oversee facility development and operations. The successful candidate will have over 10 years of experience in managing complex environments, including hospitality or large venues. Key responsibilities include strategic planning, project lifecycle management, and ensuring operational readiness and compliance with regulations. This role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in facilities development and management.
• Background in hospitality, MICE, or large venues preferred.
• Green Mark, Fire Safety, and sustainability-related certifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning, budgeting, and project delivery.
• Manage end-to-end project lifecycle from design to completion.
• Ensure operational readiness of all facilities.
• Drive compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Champion sustainability and smart building initiatives.

Skills

Strategic planning

Project lifecycle management

Operational readiness

Energy efficiency

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Building systems knowledge

Education

Degree in Architecture, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our client is a well-established, large-scale convention and events venue operator in Singapore. They are seeking a seasoned Facilities Management Director to lead facility development, asset enhancement, and facilities management operations for a high-profile, complex built environment.

This is a senior leadership role with strong influence over long-term infrastructure strategy, sustainability initiatives, and operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• strategic planning, budgeting, and delivery of development, renovation, and asset enhancement projects
• end-to-end project lifecycle, from concept design and approvals through procurement, execution, and completion
• Ensure operational readiness and preventive maintenance of all facilities
• Drive compliance with building codes, fire safety, workplace safety, and environmental regulations
• Champion energy efficiency, sustainability, smart building systems, and long-term asset management strategies
• Manage and lead facilities management teams and external service providers
• Prepare reports and present updates and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders
• Partner closely with internal stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Housekeeping, and F&B

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in facilities development and management
• Background in hospitality, MICE, large venues, mixed-use developments, or complex commercial facilities preferred
• Degree in Architecture, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
• Green Mark, Fire Safety, and sustainability-related certifications are advantageous
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple stakeholders and vendors
• Strong working knowledge of building systems and project management
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
• Fluent in English

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong execution and stakeholder management capabilities
• Comfortable working flexible hours, including weekends when required
• Hands-on and site-oriented, able to conduct inspections including working at heights
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced, operationally intensive environment