Manager/Senior Manager, Infrastructure Strategy

Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) in Singapore is seeking a core member of the Infrastructure Strategy team to shape infrastructure planning, portfolio management, and investment decision-making to align with organisational priorities and maximize value from limited resources.

You will develop infrastructure strategies and business cases, coordinate budgeting and investment programmes, analyse space and asset utilisation, and implement governance processes to strengthen

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in strategy, planning, portfolio management, public policy, consulting, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Supports the development of infrastructure strategies and business cases
• Supports and coordinates infrastructure budgeting, capital expenditure and investment programmes
• Analyses opportunities to improve space/asset utilisation, value delivery, and investment outcomes
• Analyses demands and resource requirements to inform enterprise-wide infrastructure prioritisation and resource allocation decisions
• Develops and implements policies, frameworks, and governance processes to strengthen end-to-end planning, lifecycle stewardship, and resource management

Skills

Analytical thinking

Quantitative analysis

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Job description

What the role is:

Job DescriptionThis position sits within the Infrastructure Strategy team which drives the strategic planning, portfolio management, and optimisation of A*STAR’s infrastructure capabilities and related resources.This team works at the intersection of strategy, planning, and investment decision-making, ensuring that infrastructure is aligned with organisational priorities, anticipates future needs, and delivers maximum value from limited resources.

What you will be working on:

Job ResponsibilitiesAs a core member of the team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping A*STAR’s infrastructure landscape. Your responsibilities include:

• Supports the development of infrastructure strategies and business cases
• Supports and coordinates infrastructure budgeting, capital expenditure and investment programmes
• Analyses opportunities to improve space/asset utilisation, value delivery, and investment outcomes
• Analyses demands and resource requirements to inform enterprise-wide infrastructure prioritisation and resource allocation decisions
• Develops and implements policies, frameworks, and governance processes to strengthen end-to-end planning, lifecycle stewardship, and resource management

What we are looking for:

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in strategy, planning, portfolio management, public policy, consulting, or related fields
• Prior experience in infrastructure planning, asset management, or related domains would be advantageous
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with strong attention to detail and ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About Agency for Science, Technology and Research

MISSION

• We advance science and develop innovative technology to further economic growth and improve lives.
• The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) drives mission-oriented research that advances scientific discovery and technological innovation.
• We play a key role in nurturing and developing talent and leaders for our Research Institutes, the wider research community, and industry.
• Our research creates economic growth and jobs for Singapore.
• As a Science and Technology Organisation, we bridge the gap between academia and industry in terms of research and development.
• In these endeavours, we seek to integrate the relevant capabilities of our research institutes and collaborate with the wider research community as well as other public sector agencies towards meaningful and impactful outcomes.
• Together with the other public sector entities, we develop industry sectors by:
• integrating our capabilities to create impact with Multi-National Corporations and Globally Competitive Companies;
• partnering Local Enterprises for productivity and gearing them for growth;
• nurturing R&D-driven Start-ups by seeding for surprises and shaping for success.

Our research, in addition, also contributes to societal benefits such as improving outcomes in healthcare, urban living, and sustainability. These serve to enhance lives in Singapore and beyond.

VISION

A global leader in science, technology and open innovationThe Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is a catalyst, enabler and convenor of significant research initiatives among the research community in Singapore and beyond. Through open innovation, we collaborate with our partners in both the public and private sectors, and bring science and technology to benefit the economy and society.