Manager / Senior Manager (Facilities Operations), Estates

Singapore Institute of Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore Institute of Technology seeks a Manager/Senior Manager (Facilities Operations) to oversee daily campus operations, building systems, and maintenance across zones. The role covers feasibility studies, budgeting, procurement, regulatory compliance, design review and project delivery, with responsibility for inspections and handover from development to operations.

The position requires a degree in engineering or related discipline, 5+ years in facilities management, and proficiency in MS

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Architectural, Building Services, Facilities Management or related discipline.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in facilities management, building operations and/or maintenance management.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Resourceful, self-driven and able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Campus Operations: oversee daily operations including building systems, vendor management, user coordination, inventory control and event management.
• Manage procurement, tenders, contracts, and system maintenance.
• Manage incident response and reporting.
• Conduct inspections to facilitate handover from Campus Development contractors, including safety inspections and services audits.
• Follow up on outstanding works, investigate system failures and rectification works.
• Process Improvement: review/update policies, procedures, and emergency response plans.
• Assess operations strategies and optimize maintenance costs; explore automation.
• Stakeholder Management: build relationships with internal and external stakeholders (consultants, contractors, service providers).

Skills

MS Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Engineering, Architectural, Building Services, Facilities Management or related discipline

Professional qualifications in Fire Safety Management (FSM)

Green Mark Manager (GMM)

Green Mark Facility Manager (GMFM)

Singapore Certified Energy Manager (SCEM)

Safety Coordinator/Supervisor/Officer

Licensed Electrical Worker (LEW) - electrician or technician

Master's degree (advantage)

Job description

Job Description
Manager / Senior Manager (Facilities Operations), Estates
Posting Start Date: 09/09/2026
Schemes of Service: Corporate
Division: Estates
Employment Type: Fixed Term
The Manager / Senior Manager (Facilities Operations), Estates oversees daily operations and maintenance of the assigned campus zones, including buildings, fit‑out and infrastructure projects which will encompass conducting feasibility studies, budgeting, project programming, procurement, regulatory compliance, design review, quality assurance and project delivery. He or she also oversees campus development inspections, building handover processes, and follow-up on defects rectification to ensure operational readiness and compliance with required standards.
Key Responsibilities

• Campus Operations
• Oversee daily operations which include checking building systems, vendor management, coordination with users, vendor management, inventory control and event management
• Manage procurement, tenders, contracts, and system maintenance
• Manages incident response and reporting
• Conduct inspections to facilitate taking over from Campus Development contractors, inclusive of safety inspections and services audits
• Follow up on outstanding works, investigate system failure and rectification works
• Process Improvement
• Review and update policies, procedures, and emergency response plans
• Assess current operations strategies and recommend improvements for potential optimization of maintenance costs
• Explore the use of automation
• Implement policies and processes related to facilities operations
• Stakeholder Management
• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders and external stakeholders such as consultants, contractors and service providers on campus operations matters
• Build collaborative relationships amongst the Facilities Management team and vendors

Job Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Architectural, Building Services, Facilities Management or related discipline
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in facilities management, building operations and/or maintenance management
• Candidates with additional professional qualifications or certifications in Fire Safety Management (FSM), Green Mark Manager (GMM), Green Mark Facility Manager (GMFM), Singapore Certified Energy Manager (SCEM), Safety Coordinator/Supervisor/Officer, Licensed Electrical Worker (LEW) - electrician or technician grade, and/or a Master's degree will have an added advantage
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Resourceful, self-driven and able to work effectively both independently and within a team environment
• Good analytical, communication, written and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budget, timeline, and scope of works effectively
• Adaptable and resilient in managing change and operating in a fast-paced environment with tight timelines
• WIlling to support after office hours operation works when necessary and required