This position is responsible for the planning and development of facilities / asset management strategy in support of the workspace (research and office) needs.
Central to it is to formulate project requirements, including but not limited for infrastructure renewals, outfitting and new acquisitions, with a focus in laboratory environment. Expected to bring along a strong knowledge of market practice and financial modelling, build strategies and high engagements with stakeholders and users to co-develop a workplace which is financially and environmentally sustainable.
Key Accountabilities:
Project Management: Responsible for the facilitation of projects from planning to delivery by ensuring accurate preparation and execution of all project activities in accordance to the A*STAR long-term space plans and ensure excellent financial, quality and schedule outcomes.
Lead the consolidation and harmonization of the different space users' requirements and conduct technical feasibility analysis for all space projects to facilitate decision-making. Support the overall budget request process and required procurement process. Manage the construction project to ensure the projects achieve the defined scope, quality, budget, safety and time objectives.
Responsible to consolidate and validate all actual design specifications with the planning team, consultants and equipment manuals with the FM team as part of handover. Provide support to the FM team at the initial stage of operations and DLP.
Compliance and Regulations: Ensure that all space planning initiatives comply with building codes, regulations, and industry standards across different locations. Conduct detailed assessments of multiple sites owned by A*STAR, understanding the layout, structural nuances, and potential for optimization across various locations.
Stakeholder Management & Implementation: Collaborate with facility team, and stakeholders/users at each site to understand specific needs, align on objectives, and ensure smooth implementation of space plans.
Develop and maintain good working relationships with operations team, internal and external stakeholders, consultants and contractors.
Value-engineering: Identify opportunities to introduce new technologies to increase equipment efficiencies aimed at reducing initial investments or maintenance costs. Balance future design requirements while ensuring that space planning initiatives align with the budgetary considerations.
Performance Evaluation: Track and evaluate the performance of implemented space plans, gathering feedback, and adjust continuously to improve space utilization while meeting research needs.
Job Requirements:
Possess at least 5 years of relevant experience in either construction management or asset portfolio management related fields.
Background in Civil & Structural Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering or equivalent and experience in managing R&D space planning would be advantageous.
Knowledge of construction methods and technologies and ability to interpret technical drawings and contracts.
Knowledge of local building codes and construction processes.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Able to work under pressure and adapt to changes within a fast-paced environment.
A self-driven and meticulous individual who has the strong ability to multi-task.
Good time management skills and ability to deliver results under tight timelines.
Possess strong interpersonal, oral and written communication and organizational skills.
Confident to communicate at all levels and able to think creatively and apply strategic thinking to tasks.
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.
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