ESD Manager / Leader

About the role

Building System & Diagnostics Pte Ltd (BSD), a Singapore-based consultancy founded in 2003 as a spin-off from NUS, focuses on environmentally sustainable design and construction. It is expanding and is looking for an ESD Manager / Leader, a full-time role based in Singapore with some flexibility for work from home. The person leads and manages environmentally sustainable design projects, taking ownership of business growth and leading high-impact sustainability and engineering projects.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage environmentally sustainable design projects, covering project planning, technical analysis and coordination with clients, architects, engineers and other stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide project team members.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of technical deliverables.
• Support business development through client presentations and participation in industry events.
• Work closely with senior leadership and experienced professionals across the BSD Group, gaining exposure to both technical and commercial aspects of a growing engineering consultancy.

Required profile

• Strong background in environmentally sustainable design, including sustainable building design strategies and environmental planning for buildings, townships or cities.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, architecture, environmental science, building science or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including planning, scheduling, stakeholder coordination and delivery of technical reports and proposals.
• Ability to lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and a commitment to quality and sustainability outcomes.
• Familiarity with Singapore's building and sustainability regulations; prior experience in the Singapore built environment sector is an advantage.

Required skills

• Experience with green building certifications such as Green Mark, LEED or equivalent, including documentation, submission processes and compliance with local and international standards.
• Knowledge of energy conservation and management practices, green material specifications, and building commissioning and post-occupancy evaluation methodologies.