[What the role is]
You will be part of a strategic team that charts the overall research and innovation (R&I) directions and technology deployment landscape for JTC, covering the Built Environment automation, digitalisation and sustainability domains. At the Sustainability Department in Future of Building, Infrastructure and Division, you will have the opportunity to work with external parties, agencies, and internal stakeholders to shape policies and drive JTC’s sustainability initiatives. This includes working with industry players, Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) to scope R&D projects that makes an impact, to enhance the sustainability and resilience of our built infrastructure.[What you will be working on]
Scope / manage sustainability-related research and innovation projects with IHLs and industry partners to aid JTC in improving core operations and pushing the boundaries of aspirational areas. This includes reviewing study/technical findings, driving projects that are useful for JTC to deploy, and potentially identifying improvements for JTC’s existing policies/processes.
Support the implementation of sustainability related initiatives led by other divisions. We work closely with various divisions, including our Facilities and Estate Management colleagues, to deploy innovative solutions across JTC’s portfolio of buildings and track the sustainability performance.
Interface and liaise for inter-agency collaborations, studies, discussions on sustainability, climate change etc. There are increasing touchpoints and engagement platforms where JTC is involved.
[What we are looking for]
Background in Civil & Structural Engineering
Individuals who have strong interest in sustainability and are open/happy to keep up with the new/dynamic developments in the sustainability domain, which has expanded to areas such as climate adaptation/mitigation, data management (e.g. emissions tracking) etc.
Good team player who is proactive and able to work independently and collaboratively with various stakeholders
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment
Possess strong analytical skills, interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
Candidates with BCA’s Singapore Green Mark certification and/or relevant work experience in handling sustainability-related initiatives or low carbon technologies e.g. CCUS, etc will have an added advantage
Skills Required
- Background in Civil & Structural Engineering
- Strong interest in sustainability and willingness to follow new developments (climate adaptation, mitigation, emissions tracking)
- Proactive team player able to work independently and collaboratively with stakeholders
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical, interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
- BCA Singapore Green Mark certification and/or relevant experience with sustainability initiatives or low-carbon technologies such as CCUS
What We Do
The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) is a government agency responsible for strategies that enhance Singapore’s position as a global centre for business, innovation, and talent. It undertakes investment promotion and industry development.
