Senior Executive / Assistant Manager / Sr Asst Manager , Campus Planning & Developmt (IMH)

NHG; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Institute of Mental Health in Singapore is seeking a Campus Planning & Development professional to guide the redevelopment of the IMH Campus. You will define design requirements, coordinate with MOHH DevSec, consultants and contractors, and align user needs with timelines and budget to deliver a patient‑centric facility.

The role emphasizes procurement, commissioning, and handover, with strong attention to design integrity and risk mitigation in a complex healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or above in Architecture, Engineering, or related built environment discipline.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in planning, design and/or implementation of healthcare or major institution building projects.
• Experience in healthcare and social sectors; government sector experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define Design Requirements for project success.
• Organise and facilitate user workgroup discussions to capture requirements.
• Coordinate design proposals with MOHH DevSec, Consultants and Contractors.
• Ensure alignment of user requirements with timelines and budget.
• Oversee procurement processes and track development progress.
• Support commissioning, handover, and defect closure activities.

Skills

Strong project management

Effective communication

Attention to design consistency

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or above in Architecture/Engineering

Job description

Institution: Institute of Mental Health

Family Group: Ancillary

Department: Campus Planning & Development

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Job Description

The Redevelopment of the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) Campus offers a landmark opportunity to reimagine and shape the future of mental health care in Singapore through the creation of new campus facilities.

As the IMH Development Secretariat team (DevSec), the Campus Planning & Development Department ensures that clinical and operational requirements are effectively coordinated and translated into design and development outcomes. Working closely with MOHH DevSec, Consultants, Contractors and IMH stakeholders, the team’s primary responsibilities include defining design requirements for implementation by Consultants and Contractors, organising and managing user groups, driving change management, coordinating project procurement and operational commissioning.

• Define Design Requirements
• Organise and facilitate user workgroup discussions to define user requirements for Functional Briefs.
• Help users define relationships between departments or within departments through a good understanding of their operations.
• Ensure user requirements are aligned with project objectives, timeline and budget.
• Project Procurement and Implementation
• Work closely with MOHH DevSec, Consultants and/or Contractors to ensure that:
• Design proposals meet user requirements and project objectives.
• Tender processes and specifications are aligned with hospital requirements.
• Development progress is in accordance with established timelines and budget.
• Project changes and variations are managed in accordance with established frameworks.
• Anticipate and mitigate impact of construction on existing operations.
• Feedback and complaints management and resolution.
• Work closely with user workgroups to:
• Develop commissioning and relocation plans.
• Walk through all areas of operations to verify execution as per plan.
• Testing and commissioning of facilities and equipment.
• Facilitate handover process to users.
• Work closely with MOHH DevSec, Consultants and/or Contractors to:
• Complete defects rectification works.
• Review and finalise documentation of the project.
• Close final accounts.

Ensure all permits and licenses are properly procured and all project related documentation are properly captured and filed.

Requirements

Competency

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to coordinate and manage multiple stakeholders across diverse groups within given timelines.
• Meticulous attention to design consistency, documentation accuracy, and milestone accountability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgement and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Educational and Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or above is required, preferably in Architecture, Engineering, or a related built environment discipline
• At least 3 years of relevant experience is preferred, with experience in planning, design and/or implementation of healthcare or major institution building projects being an added advantage
• Working experience in the healthcare and social sectors. Experience in the government sector will be a key advantage, but not necessary

About IMH

The Institute of Mental Health (IMH) in Singapore, established in 1928, is a premier 2,000-bed psychiatric hospital nestled in Buangkok Green Medical Park, providing comprehensive mental health services across 50 inpatient wards and 7 outpatient clinics, while also playing a pivotal role in training the next generation of mental health professionals through the NHG-AHPL Residency Programme and collaborations with local academic institutions.