Technical Manager - EOI

cbre asia pacific; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Asia Pacific is seeking a Technical Manager to lead all technical aspects of facilities operations. You will oversee MEP systems across multiple sites, drive preventive maintenance, and ensure safety, compliance, and cost-efficiency.

The role requires strong problem-solving, stakeholder management, and deep knowledge of building services. You will lead a technical team and collaborate with clients to optimize operations and energy performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services, or equivalent).
• 7–10 years of experience in facilities management, building services, or engineering operations.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems and building operations.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily technical operations across multiple facilities to ensure uninterrupted services.
• Manage MEP systems including HVAC, electrical, UPS, generators, and fire protection.
• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize asset lifecycle and minimize downtime.
• Review and approve technical plans, method statements, risk assessments, and permits.
• Investigate technical incidents and root causes; implement corrective actions.
• Support budgets, energy management, and efficiency initiatives.

Skills

Facilities management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Technical problem-solving

Building services knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) certification (advantageous)

Tools

BMS (Building Management Systems)

HVAC controls

Energy management software

Job description

Job Summary :
As a CBRE Technical Manager, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing all technical aspects of facilities operations, ensuring safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-effective building services. This role provides technical leadership across mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), fire/life safety systems, and building infrastructure, while managing vendors, budgets, and service delivery standards.Job Summary :
As a CBRE Technical Manager, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing all technical aspects of facilities operations, ensuring safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-effective building services. This role provides technical leadership across mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), fire/life safety systems, and building infrastructure, while managing vendors, budgets, and service delivery standards.

What You'll Do :

Technical & Operational Management

• Oversee daily technical operations across multiple facilities or sites, ensuring uninterrupted building services.
• Manage MEP systems including HVAC, electrical systems, UPS, generators, BMS, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Lead preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance programs to maximize asset lifecycle and reduce downtime.
• Review and approve technical plans, method statements, risk assessments, and work permits.
• Investigate technical incidents, equipment failures, and system inefficiencies; implement corrective actions and root cause analysis.

Compliance, Safety & Risk

• Ensure full compliance with local statutory requirements, codes, and standards (e.g., fire safety, electrical safety, environmental regulations).
• Support audits, inspections, and certifications by authorities and clients.
• Drive HSE best practices, ensuring safe systems of work and contractor compliance.
• Maintain accurate documentation, logs, compliance records, and asset registers.

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Provide technical advice, reports, and recommendations to senior management.
• Participate in client meetings and site walkthroughs / visits.
• Support mobilization, handover, and demobilization of sites from a technical standpoint.

Financial & Asset Management

• Support preparation and management of OPEX and CAPEX budgets.
• Identify cost optimization and energy efficiency opportunities.
• Monitor asset performance and recommend upgrades, replacements, or lifecycle strategies.
• Support energy management and sustainability initiatives where applicable.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop technical teams and site engineers.
• Promote continuous improvement, standardization, and best practice sharing.

What You'll Need :

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services, or equivalent).
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE)) are advantageous.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in facilities management, building services, or engineering operations
• Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems and building operations.
• Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Sound knowledge of statutory compliance and safety standards.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and cost controls.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process