Executive Manager/Senior Manager (Advanced Construction & Innovation Planning Department)

[What the role is] Driving research and innovation in the built environment sector and translation of promising solutions

[What you will be working on] At BERII/ACIPD, we drive research and innovation in the built environment sector by channeling resources to high impact areas, strengthen the innovation ecosystem and ease barriers to technology adoption.

As a senior manager in BERII/ACIPD, you will be expected to:

• Develop and administer effective industry programmes (including grants), manage risks and programme outcomes to support sectoral transformation and BCA's policy objectives.
• Engage proactively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve programme deliverables and foster collaborations, to support delivery and deployment of meaningful research solutions.

The Work May Include

• Keeping abreast of emerging innovations and impactful technology developments
• Managing the administration of research grants and oversee the translation of promising solutions
• Identifying potential opportunities for R&D translation, leveraging regular and effective engagement mechanisms to gather input and insights from key stakeholders, to raise awareness, and foster effective matchmaking and collaborations

[What we are looking for]

• Tertiary qualification in engineering, building or construction-related disciplines with relevant working experience in the BE sector.
• Strong analytical, research, communication and interpersonal skills
• Motivated individual who can build upon broad strokes to develop detailed plans
• Able to work independently as well as within a team effectively, and be able to operate with confidence in professional engagement and networking settings
• Strong interest in technology and innovations, prior experience in translating R&D investments into practical products or driving adoption of innovative solutions preferred
• Prior experience in design thinking, ops-tech integration, managing R&D programmes will be an added advantage

Successful candidates will be offered contract employment. Interested applicants, please apply online