Manager (4-year contract), Office of Campus Infrastructure and Services

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together - building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.

Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities - all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• To undertake and manage the day-to-day project management of Campus Master Planning and Campus Development projects in the capacity of FMS representative during the pre-construction, construction and post-construction stages. This would include the management of the contracts administration of new construction and A&A/minor improvement projects, and any others ad hoc tasks.
• Participate in and manage detailed design, building operation and services including the maintenance of the building fabrics and MEP systems to ensure operational readiness.
• Acts as project representative while handling the progress and technical discussions/meetings with users, internal and external stakeholders like project consultants, contractors, agencies and others related parties.
• Assist in the technical reviews of consultant's proposals and contractor works.
• Actively engage in innovative technologies, review the existing MEP system set-ups and identify areas for system improvement, with the aim of enhancing the performance of MEP Systems.
• Track and guide the consultants and contractors on safety, quality and budget in each stage of project.
• Track the construction progress and verify contractors completed works and all other aspects of project management for successful delivery of the project.
• Ensure the project related procurements are verified based on the requirement and ensure it is ordered and delivered on time.
• Ensure the contractors works are executed according to the approved design, to achieve a smooth handing over to the users.
• To devise a communication plan and update the reports and other communications periodically throughout the project progress.
• Organize and maintain all project documentation and maintain good record for project administration and auditing purposes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including building managers, IITS, administrators, and academic staff, to achieve common goals and to develop and implement the undertaken projects successfully.
• Any other duties as assigned.

• Relevant degree in Engineering/Facilities Management/Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Building Services or equivalent.
• At least 8 years of work experience in Project Management & MEP systems design, preferably in offices and IHL education buildings.
• Familiar with Building Information Modelling (BIM) modelling works and good experience in projects & contract management, procurement methodologies and evaluation of construction cost norms.
• Good knowledge of Air-Conditioning Mechanical Ventilation (ACMV) related matters and experience in managing its operations inclusive of the Integrated Building Management System (IBMS).
• Ability to proceed with project implementation in live operational buildings, with emphasis to manage the project sensitively whilst not disrupting user's operation. This will require precise planning; regular monitoring of the project teamwork and proper communication and engagement with the users.
• Resourceful, Pro-active, independent, able to work with minimal supervision and perform under pressure.
• Ability to work across teams and collaborate with other offices for work synergies. Able to anticipate customer needs, change goals and direction quickly and multitask.
• Able to plan and implement ad-hoc facility improvement or modification work at short notice which is achieved through a constant heightened state of preparedness instilled in our team as well as supporting vendors.
• Familiar with local Codes and Practices, contract administration and procurement procedures.
• Proficiency in engineering tools such as AutoCAD, BIM and able to read engineering and technical drawings. Proficiency with general office PC applications (i.e., word processing, spreadsheets).
• Good analytical and organisational skills with strong leadership skills, structured with strong work ethics.
• Resourceful, good team player, result driven and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Have a keen and natural affinity for technology and innovation.
• Equips with safety mindset and displays good Workplace Safety Health (WSH) attributes.

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Candidates who do not possess the stipulated qualifications but have relevant work experience may still apply. Remuneration and appointment terms shall commensurate with qualifications and experience. SMU reserves the right to modify the appointment terms where necessary.