We are seeking an experienced and dedicated professional to join our Estates team as a Manager / Senior Manager (Facilities Operations). The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations and maintenance of the assigned zones, including all aspects of buildings, fit-out and infrastructure projects. This encompasses conducting feasibility studies, budgeting, project programming, procurement, regulatory compliance, design review, quality assurance and project delivery.

In addition, this role will also oversee the campus development inspections, handover processes, and follow-up on defects rectification.   

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of facility management and maintenance activities, addition/alterations, upgrading/refurbishment works to the estate that includes building services, Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) systems, security system, housekeeping, security services, horticultural, general logistics and regulatory requirements.

• Manage service providers deployed at the estate and ensure they maintain appropriate quality standards, adhere to maintenance work order executions, preventive maintenance compliance, timely delivery, facility resource management and inventory control.

• Ensure that service providers carry out works with the necessary risk assessments and safety work procedures in place to manage works and project risks.

• Obtain stakeholders’ requirements to plan and review space programme for the development of campus, buildings and facilities to support SIT academic, administrative and student activities.

• Review the designs/specification/drawings submitted by consultants and/or contractors, to value add to achieve quality, compliance and value for money.

• Attend meetings and to carry out inspections on site to check that the works carried out by the contractors meet the desired quality/workmanship, completed on time and within budget.

• Undertake any other tasks or responsibilities as required by Management in the course of work.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Architectural, Building Services, Facility Management or a related field.

• At least 8 years of relevant and proven experience in facilities management and/or building maintenance, with a minimum of 3 years in a managerial role.  

• Professional certifications such as FSM, GMM, GMFM, SCEM, Safety Coordinator/Supervisor/Officer, LEW (electrician or technician grade), and/or a Master’s Degree will be advantageous.

• Proficiency in MS Office applications.

• Self-driven, resourceful and a strong team player.

• Strong organizational, administrative and analytical skills.

• Good communication, writing and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to embrace, manage change and diversity in a fast-paced work environment, delivering results within tight timelines.

• Willingness to perform after-office hours duties when necessary and required.