M&E Manager (Hands-On) - Expression of Interest

Cushman & Wakefield; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Singapore seeks an experienced M&E Manager (Hands-On) to oversee daily building services operations including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, lifts and BMS. You will lead managers/engineers, recruit, manage performance, and coordinate contractors and vendors to ensure reliable maintenance.

The role emphasizes compliance with local codes (Fire Code, WSH), budgeting, procurement, and continuous improvement, with travel across sites and readiness for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering (building services/facilities preferred).
• 7–10 years of M&E facilities management experience.
• At least 3 years in a senior or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of local codes/standards (e.g., Fire Code, WSH).
• Leadership, budgeting, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel across sites and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily M&E operations (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, lifts, BMS) and ensure maintenance aligns with schedules and SOPs.
• Lead and develop managers/engineers, including recruitment and performance management; oversee contractors and vendors for outsourced services.
• Act as main client contact, attend meetings, and provide regular performance and improvement reports; drive cost optimisation and asset management.
• Ensure regulatory compliance through audits/inspections; manage incidents and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Administer budgets, contracts, and procurement; lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Communication

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in Electrical Engineering (building services)

Tools

MS Office

CMMS/CAFM

Job description

Job Title M&E Manager (Hands-On) - Expression of Interest

Job Description Summary Job Description

About the Role:

Oversee daily M&E operations (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, lifts, BMS) and ensure all maintenance is carried out according to schedules, SOPs, and safety standards. Lead and manage managers/engineers, including recruitment and performance, and oversee contractors and vendors for outsourced services. Act as the main point of contact for clients, attend meetings, and provide regular reports on operations, performance, and improvements. Ensure compliance with regulations through audits and inspections, manage incidents, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Manage budgets, contracts, and procurement, while driving cost optimisation, asset management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You:

Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering (building services/facilities preferred), with 7–10 years of M&E facilities management experience, including at least 3 years in a senior or managerial role. Strong expertise in M&E systems and local codes/standards (e.g., Fire Code, WSH), with good leadership, communication, budgeting, and stakeholder management skills. Proficient in MS Office and CMMS/CAFM systems, with the ability to travel across sites and respond to emergencies when required.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from; Being part of a growing global company; Career development and a promote from within culture; An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment. We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program. We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong. That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status. We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.

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About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com