Manager / Senior Manager, Facilities and Workspace

About the role

The Ministry of Education (MOE) is looking for a Manager or Senior Manager, Facilities and Workspace within its Infrastructure and Facility Services Division. You will join a team that plans, develops and manages the infrastructure and facilities at MOE Headquarters, and will help plan and deliver workplace improvement and fit-out projects while keeping workplace solutions practical, cost-effective and aligned with operational needs.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and oversee office fit-out, renovation, refurbishment and space reconfiguration projects, from requirements gathering to completion and handover.
• Engage users to understand their operational, space and workplace requirements and turn them into practical solutions.
• Coordinate with users, consultants and contractors on design, specifications, cost, schedule and implementation.
• Assess and manage workplace and facilities requests, balancing user needs with cost, timeline, safety and building constraints.
• Handle tenancy matters, including tenant liaison, coordination of operational and facilities requirements, compliance with tenancy terms and resolution of tenancy issues.

Required profile

• Relevant training or experience in Facilities Management, Architecture, Interior Design, Building, Real Estate or related disciplines.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in workplace planning, office fit-out, renovation or project management (preferred).
• Experience in facilities management or building operations, and familiarity with government procurement and contract administration (an advantage).

Candidates may be asked to undergo a medical examination during the application process, which is fully paid by MOE and forms part of the selection process. Applications are submitted through the Careers@Gov portal.