Institute Of Mental Health Hiring! Full Time Assistant Manager (Project Management) (IMH) in - Ricebowl

Institution: Institute of Mental Health

Family Group: Administration

Position: Assistant Manager (Project Management)

Department: Facilities Management, Development & Sustainability 

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Job Description

The Assistant Manager (Projects) supports the planning, design, execution, and delivery of facilities development, infrastructure upgrading, and Addition & Alteration (A&A) projects. The role manages project stakeholders, consultants, and contractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with operational, technical, and regulatory requirements.

Job Responsibilities

Project Planning & Delivery

• Plan, coordinate, and implement A&A, upgrading, refurbishment, and infrastructure improvement projects.
• Engage users and stakeholders to define project requirements, scope, budgets, and timelines.
• Manage consultants, contractors, and vendors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project progress, risks, costs, quality, and schedules to achieve project objectives.
• Coordinate testing and commissioning, defect rectification, and project handover activities.
  
  

Technical & Engineering Management

• Review project designs, technical specifications, drawings, and engineering submissions.
• Provide technical oversight for building, mechanical, electrical, and related engineering systems.
• Ensure projects meet operational, maintainability, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Support asset enhancement, replacement, and lifecycle renewal initiatives.
  
  

Contract & Compliance Management

• Assist in procurement, tender evaluation, contract administration, and budget management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, codes of practice, workplace safety, and organizational policies.
• Coordinate authority submissions, approvals, inspections, and audits where required.
• Maintain accurate project records, reports, and documentation.
  
  

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with users, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and service providers.
• Provide regular project updates and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Address project-related issues and facilitate timely resolution.
  
  

Requirements

Competency

• Good knowledge of project management, building services, construction, and facilities infrastructure.
• Ability to review technical drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.
• Strong project coordination, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication, presentation, and report-writing abilities.
• Familiarity with healthcare, institutional, or large-scale development projects is an advantage.
• Candidates with experience in M&E engineering, facilities management, building operations, or asset lifecycle management will have a strong advantage.
  
  

Educational and Professional Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Building, Facilities Management, Project Management, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in project management, A&A works, infrastructure development, or construction projects.
• Experience managing consultants and contractors in a live operating environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of local building regulations, workplace safety requirements, and contract administration.
• Relevant professional certifications in project or facilities management will be an advantage.
  
  

About IMH

The Institute of Mental Health (IMH) in Singapore, established in 1928, is a premier 2,000-bed psychiatric hospital nestled in Buangkok Green Medical Park, providing comprehensive mental health services across 50 inpatient wards and 7 outpatient clinics, while also playing a pivotal role in training the next generation of mental health professionals through the NHG-AHPL Residency Programme and collaborations with local academic institutions.