Asst Director (Sustainability & Smart Technology), Development Projects

[What the role is]

Set in the Bay East Garden, the Founders’ Memorial aims to honour the legacy of our founding generation of leaders and inspires the future. It will be a landmark with an integrated gallery and gardens experience. In this role, you will be part of the team to drive and manage the development work on project management, sustainability and smart technologies adoption and implementation, in support of the Memorial’s vision and goals. You will be working closely with stakeholders, consultants and contractors in your areas of work.

[What you will be working on]

• Work with the Project Director and Project team to drive progress and delivery in project work, especially on interfacing matters.
• Lead on user/partner interfacing planning and discussions, with internal and external stakeholders. To collaborate and resolve issues, including drawing up MOUs and service agreements, identifying effective mitigation measures.
• Work with internal stakeholders, partners and possibly consultant to identify and implement smart technologies and innovative solutions to achieve higher building operational efficiency and enhance visitor experience. Explore possible implementations for the project, pre and post opening.
• Work with Design Consultants and project team on sustainability initiatives and develop implementation plans to achieve the target sustainability goals. Look into longer-term operational sustainability strategies and guidelines on energy use and waste management, to minimise the Memorial’s carbon footprint.
• Collaborate with our partners in working towards possible collective energy neutrality goal.
• Lead the divisional study in seeking opportunities for sustainability and innovative advancement for museum-built environment. Conduct case study, market research and data analysis; keep abreast of market trends relevant for heritage industry.
• Administrative matters in support of the work for the project and the team.
• Support the team in working towards the successful completion of the building project.

[What we are looking for]

• Background in Project Management or Engineering, preferably in electrical or environmental sustainability field, or related discipline.
• Preferably at least 8 years of relevant working experience in Project Management, Sustainable Development, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies and/or Smart Technology
• [Project Management & Execution] Able to manage multiple stakeholders, consultants and contractors independently
• [Design & Construction Management] Passionate about Smart Technologies and Sustainability, and proactive in learning and applying these tools and strategies for the built environment
• [Sustainability] Experience with the latest Singapore Green Mark Code with Green Mark Manager is preferred.
• Strong verbal, written communication skills and presentation abilities
• Strong organisational, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with an inquisitive mind
• Good team player, self-motivated with strong ability to multitask and handle fast-paced projects