M&E Manager / Assistant Manager (Commercial)

CBRE Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a Facilities Manager to plan and implement preventive maintenance for M&E systems in a commercial building. You will lead client meetings, monitor operating budgets, and coordinate with engineering teams.

The role requires a Diploma/Degree in building or facilities management with 5–8 years’ experience, strong leadership, analytical and communication skills, and knowledge of sustainability or Green Mark renewal.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in building or facilities management with 5–8 years’ experience.
• Strong leadership and ability to work with client and tenant.
• Good analytical skills to assess situation and determine actions.
• Dynamic, self-motivated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge on sustainability and Green Mark renewal is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Hold regular management meetings with client to report on activities and management.
• Manage financial matters, including monitoring income and expenditure to align with budget.
• Prepare annual income/expenditure and capital improvement budgets for client approval.
• Liaise with government authorities, architects, engineers and other divisions on management and maintenance matters.
• Review maintenance contract specifications and upgrade standards as needed.
• Plan and implement preventive maintenance for M&E systems and equipment.
• Evaluate and manage maintenance contractors and inspect property for operation.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and propose improvement plans.
• Manage inventory and oversee technical store; respond to emergencies.
• Ensure fire safety compliance and unobstructed access; address tenant complaints promptly.
• Draft and review repair estimates, work specs, quotations, and contract documents.
• Review tenant fit-outs to avoid damage to property and comply with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Independent work

Resourceful

Sustainability/Green Mark knowledge

Education

Diploma / degree in building or facilities management

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

You are required to be responsible on planning and implement preventive maintenance program for M&E system and equipment for the respective commercial building.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Hold regular management meetings with client to report on the activities and management of the Property, as well as to present recommendations relating to their management.
• Manage all financial matters, including monitoring of the income and expenditure of the Property to ensure that these are in line with the annual budget
• Preparation of annual Income and Expenditure Budgets and Capital Improvement Budget for the approval within the time specify by the client.
• Liaise with government authorities/ statutory boards, architects, engineers and other divisions on matters relating to management and maintenance of the Property
• Constantly review contract specifications for maintenance of M&E systems and equipment make recommendations of upgrading standards.
• Plan and implement preventive maintenance programme for M&E system and equipment.
• Evaluate, review, recommend and manage the maintenance contractors for the Property; regular inspections of the Property to ensure the effective operation of the Property and bringing any areas of concerns, including any claims, liability or legal process, to the client.
• Identify problem areas in operational process and recommend improvement plans to maximize the efficiency of operation.
• Manage inventory and take charge of technical store
• Attending to emergency situations.
• Regularly check the Property to ensure prompt removal of all fire hazards, proper functioning of fire escapes, fire doors and obstruction-free access.
• Oversee and ensure that any complaints from the occupiers of the Development are attended to and resolved within agreed timeline.
• Creating and maintaining good rapport with tenants and attending to their complaints and concerns.
• Oversee the preparation of estimates for repair works, works specifications, invitations for quotations, recommendations of award, supervision of completed works including drafting of contract documents.
• Reviewing and approving tenant’s fit-out designs and programmes to ensure that no damage would be caused to the Property’s fixtures and fittings and systems etc including no breach to government rules, laws and regulations.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Diploma / degree in building, facilities management or any relevant discipline with minimum 5-8 years’ experience in similar capacity.
• Strong leadership qualities and ability to work with client and tenant
• Good analytical skills to assess situation and determine the best course of action
• Dynamic, self-motivated individual
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and resourceful
• Possess knowledge on sustainability and green mark and/or experience in green mark renewal for commercial buildings would be an advantage

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

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We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

OUR VALUES IN HIRING

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.