Deputy Director / Assistant Director - Healthcare Development

About the role

A well-established healthcare institution in Singapore is looking for a Deputy Director or Assistant Director to lead a major healthcare infrastructure development. You will represent the healthcare operator throughout the development lifecycle, bridging clinical requirements, technical design, construction delivery and operational readiness so that the new facility is delivered safely, effectively and fit for long-term use. The appointment sits within a multi-year programme covering new clinical facilities, specialist care environments and supporting infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning and technical oversight of the development across design, construction, commissioning and handover.
• Review architectural, structural, M&E and specialist healthcare infrastructure solutions against operational requirements.
• Work with clinical and operational stakeholders to turn healthcare workflows, equipment needs and user needs into practical facility solutions.
• Monitor milestones, risks, technical issues, variations and design changes, keeping governance and documentation in order.
• Coordinate with developers, consultants, contractors and public-sector stakeholders on scope, schedule and quality.
• Oversee contract administration, including variations, claims, extensions of time and contractor obligations under public-sector contracting frameworks.
• Lead operational readiness and technical handover, including inspections and defects management.

Required profile

• Degree in Architecture, Civil & Structural Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or a related built-environment discipline.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience for Assistant Director level; more extensive leadership experience expected for Deputy Director.
• Track record delivering major infrastructure, institutional or healthcare developments, ideally from design through to practical completion.
• Previous exposure to hospital, healthcare, laboratory or other technically complex facilities is highly advantageous.
• Strong stakeholder management across senior management, consultants, contractors, clinical users and government stakeholders.

Required skills

• Design management, construction delivery, contract administration and project governance.
• Familiarity with public-sector contracting frameworks such as PSSCOC and government procurement processes is beneficial.
• Ability to manage complex programmes with multiple workstreams and competing priorities.

What we offer

• Permanent position with a salary of SG$12,000 to SG$14,000 per month (SG$144,000 to SG$168,000 per year).
• Exposure to complex healthcare infrastructure planning and the full development lifecycle.
• Interaction with senior healthcare leadership, government stakeholders, consultants and industry partners.
• Long-term career development in Singapore's healthcare and public infrastructure sector.
• Stable institutional environment with comprehensive employee benefits and welfare support.