Manager, Facilities & Engineering

Job Overview The Manager, Facilities & Engineering will oversee the fit-out, commissioning and handover of the Company’s newly acquired building/block, coordinating consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders to deliver the premises in line with operational requirements, budget, timeline, safety and regulatory standards. Following handover, the role will manage the day-to-day facilities and engineering operations of the building, ensuring that building systems and infrastructure remain safe, reliable, compliant and cost-effective. Job Responsibilities New Building Development, Fit-Out & Handover • Oversee facilities and engineering matters for the new building/block from planning through completion and handover, working with Management and internal stakeholders to define operational requirements • Coordinate architects, consultants, contractors and vendors on renovation, fit-out and M&E works, including ACMV, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, security and utilities • Review layouts, technical drawings and M&E specifications from an operational and maintainability perspective • Monitor progress against approved scope, schedule and budget; attend site inspections and progress meetings, and escalate significant issues and risks • Coordinate testing and commissioning, track defects and outstanding works, and manage the Defects Liability Period • Obtain and maintain as-built drawings, manuals, warranties and certificates, and lead the transition into normal facilities operations Facilities & Engineering Operations • Oversee the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the building and its facilities after handover • Establish preventive and corrective maintenance programmes and facilities SOPs for major building systems such as ACMV, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, access control, lifts and utilities • Conduct regular inspections and ensure defects and maintenance issues are rectified promptly • Maintain asset registers, maintenance records and equipment history • Ensure critical building systems are maintained to minimise disruption and downtime Contractor & Vendor Management • Source, evaluate and appoint facilities contractors, maintenance vendors and service providers • Review quotations and technical proposals, and manage maintenance contracts and renewals • Set service levels, monitor vendor performance and enforce Company safety requirements • Verify completion and quality of works before acceptance and payment certification Project, CAPEX & Budget Management • Manage renovation, upgrading and facility improvement projects, including scope, cost estimates and schedules • Prepare and manage the annual facilities budget and support CAPEX planning for major repairs, replacements and upgrades • Monitor expenditure against budget, maintain cost control and identify cost savings • Evaluate repair, replacement and upgrading options based on equipment condition, reliability and lifecycle cost Safety, Compliance & Documentation • Ensure facilities and engineering activities comply with applicable statutory, safety, fire, environmental and building requirements • Coordinate required inspections, testing, certifications and licence renewals • Maintain records of inspections, certificates and maintenance, and support audits • Establish emergency response and facilities contingency procedures Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting • Serve as the key point of contact for facilities and engineering matters • Report regularly on project progress, facility condition, maintenance, incidents, costs and risks • Liaise with building management, authorities, contractors and other external parties where required Job Requirements • Bachelor’s Degree in Facilities Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Building Management or a related discipline • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in facilities management, engineering, building services, project management or related fields, preferably with managerial or supervisory experience • Proven experience in new building setup, renovation, fit-out, testing and commissioning, and building handover • Good working knowledge of M&E systems and building services • Experience in contractor and vendor management, facilities maintenance and project coordination • Experience in CAPEX planning, budgeting and cost management • Good understanding of building safety, statutory and regulatory requirements in Singapore • Proactive, independent and hands-on, with strong planning, coordination, communication and stakeholder management skills Interested candidates may apply directly through MyCareersFuture or submit their CV to hr@ohima-tech.com