Regional Engineering Account Lead — Client & Portfolio Ops

CBRE Asia Pacific; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Asia Pacific is seeking a Regional Engineering Account Manager to lead engineering operations for a portfolio of Singapore office buildings. You will shape how teams perform, manage client relationships, and ensure high standards across sites.

This senior role requires guiding cross-site teams, tackling complex problems, and driving reliability while meeting regulatory requirements. Expect travel across Singapore sites and close collaboration with the client.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering with 5–8 years in a relevant role.
• Experience managing engineering services across multiple office sites; exposure to manufacturing, cleanroom, or lab environments is advantageous.
• Background in engineering account management or senior technical leadership.
• Experience leading teams: hiring, coaching, and performance management.
• Budget management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering managers and specialist teams across multiple sites.
• Step in when complex technical problems arise.
• Hire, coach, and develop your team.
• Be the main point of contact for the client on all engineering matters.
• Run regular performance reviews and planning sessions with the client.
• Ensure buildings and mechanical systems run reliably, including HVAC, utilities, and building controls.
• Ensure all sites meet regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Set common standards, procedures, and maintenance plans across all sites.
• Manage the regional budget, including staff, contractors, and service providers.
• Track performance against agreed KPIs and SLAs.
• Oversee capital projects, upgrades, and site changes across the portfolio.
• Look for ways to improve reliability, reduce energy use, and work more efficiently.
• Travel to sites across Singapore as needed.

Skills

Budget management

Client management

Engineering operations

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Cross-site coordination

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Facilities)

Job description

CBRE Asia Pacific is seeking a Regional Engineering Account Manager to lead engineering operations for a portfolio of Singapore office buildings. You will shape how teams perform, manage client relationships, and ensure high standards across sites.

This senior role requires guiding cross-site teams, tackling complex problems, and driving reliability while meeting regulatory requirements. Expect travel across Singapore sites and close collaboration with the client.