Solar Deployment & Digitalisation Planning Lead

sggovterp; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NEA is seeking a proactive individual to lead solar deployment across memorial facilities and to drive digitalisation using IT and AI tools. You will collaborate with government agencies, facility operators, and contractors to deliver sustainable infrastructure while advancing policy implementation.

The role combines project management, procurement oversight, and data-driven decision making in a fast-paced government environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in infrastructure planning, project management, sustainability, technology or related roles.
• Candidate with at least 5 years of experience in government procurement practices and processes, solar energy deployment, green infrastructure, or sustainability-related project management will have an advantage
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conceptualise solutions and develop practical approaches to complex challenges.
• Sound judgement and the ability to coordinate across multiple agencies and manage contractors with minimal supervision.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
• Good interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit, with experience working across internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple priorities and stakeholders concurrently.
• Self-driven disposition and a growth mindset, with the initiative to take ownership of your work and deliver results.
• Professionalism and good judgement in handling sensitive matters with care and tact.
• Interest in or experience with technology and digitalisation, including the use of IT and AI tools to solve operational challenges

Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning and coordination, including seeking funding approvals and ensuring that key project milestones are met in a timely manner.
• Lead the planning and deployment of solar energy systems at NEA-managed or owned after-death facilities, managing consultants and contractors throughout all project phases.
• Develop data-driven insights to support evidence-based decision-making on solar deployment strategies and priorities.
• Formulate operational strategies to ensure that deployment is economically viable, operationally efficient, and minimally disruptive to facility operations.
• Manage the full procurement cycle, including the preparation and calling of tenders, evaluation of bids, and oversight of contract and budget management to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Adapt to evolving priorities and contribute to cross-divisional efforts as required.

Skills

Project management

Infrastructure planning

Sustainability

Technology

Procurement practices

Solar energy deployment

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder coordination

AI tools

Tools

AI tools

IT systems

Job description

NEA is seeking a proactive individual to lead solar deployment across memorial facilities and to drive digitalisation using IT and AI tools. You will collaborate with government agencies, facility operators, and contractors to deliver sustainable infrastructure while advancing policy implementation.

The role combines project management, procurement oversight, and data-driven decision making in a fast-paced government environment.