The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) champions the development of an excellent built environment for our community and our future generation. We strive to shape a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment for Singapore. We are looking for resourceful, energetic and self-motivated individuals who are inspired to play an active role to make a difference to Singapore’s built environment. If you share our passion and vision, we invite you to join us.

CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
(ENFORCEMENT & STRUCTURAL INSPECTION DEPARTMENT, SPECIAL FUNCTIONS DIVISION)

You will be part of the team that administer periodic structural inspection of existing buildings. You are required to process reports submitted by professional engineers, carry out site inspections and carry out enforcement actions against non-compliance with dangerous building order and unauthorised building works or structures. You are also expected to deal with other building control and regulatory functions.

Requirements

• A degree in civil/structural engineering; preferably with MSc.
• A practising professional engineer registered with the Professional Engineers Board with at least 7 years of relevant experience.
• Good command of spoken and written English.

CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
(CIVIL DEFENCE SHELTER ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, SPECIAL FUNCTIONS DIVISION)

You will vet and process building and structural engineering plans of civil defence shelters and key installations submitted by registered architects and professional engineers, conduct regulatory site checks during construction, and participate in commissioning tests. In addition, you will provide specialist support to other agencies on civil defence shelter and building security matters.

Requirements

• A degree in civil engineering from a university recognised by the Professional Engineers Board for registration as a professional engineer. Those who possess qualifications in the field of protective engineering will have an added advantage.
• At least 5 years of design experience in building engineering works.

ENGINEER (Post 1)
(COASTAL & PROJECT MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, SPECIAL FUNCTIONS DIVISION)

You will be part of the team that works on the various issues to prepare the organisation for the role of lead agency for the coastal protection and management. The job requires you to work with numerous other organisations to plan, carry out studies and draw up the regulatory framework and requirements to protect and manage the coasts. You will also be expected to be able to manage shoreline protection and other infrastructure development projects.

Requirements

• A degree in civil, coastal or environmental engineering/management related discipline with good knowledge of the subjects related to coastal protection or coastal engineering. Registered professional engineers will have an added advantage.
• At least 3 years of working experience. Those who have shorter work experience but extensive involvement in coastal engineering/protection/management projects or researches can also apply.
• Good writing, communication and analytical skills.

ENGINEER (Post 2)
(COASTAL & PROJECT MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, SPECIAL FUNCTIONS DIVISION)

You will be part of the team that manages the upgrading of public areas in private estates under the estate upgrading programme. The job includes the overall planning of the programme, engagement and management of the consultants for the projects, contract administration and ensuring the successful implementation of all the projects. You are also expected to work with various public agencies and grassroot organisations.

Requirements

• A degree in civil engineering or project management discipline. Registered professional engineers will have an added advantage.
• At least 3 years of working experience with knowledge and experience in project or contract management.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Good interpersonal relationship and understanding of the government procurement procedures would be an advantage.

SENIOR RESEARCH OFFICER
(CENTRE FOR SUSTAINABLE BUILDINGS & CONSTRUCTION)

You will explore solutions for our buildings and climate, and validate environmentally sustainable principles for building design, construction and operation from a sustainable whole-life approach. You will work closely with our research partners to undertake applied research and put research findings to practical use to advance green building technologies in Singapore. This will include test-bedding innovations and inventions at our Zero Energy Building (ZEB@BCA Academy), as well as working with industry partners to conduct pilot-implementation of new initiatives.

Requirements

• A post-graduate degree in mechanical engineering. Those with relevant industry experience will have a strong added advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Dynamic personality, self-motivated and with a keen interest in improving the built environment.

BCA Academy of the Built Environment is the education and research arm of the BCA. The Academy provides quality training and research programmes for the advancement of the building industry and the development of an excellent built environment.

LECTURERS
(SCHOOL OF BUILDING & DEVELOPMENT)

Your key role is to conduct Diploma and Certificate training programmes. You will also assist in reviewing curriculum and collaborate with external expertise on new training programmes.

Requirements

• Good writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• A degree, preferably with masters, with at least 2 years of work experience in one of the following areas:
  • Electrical engineering/Clean energy
  • Mechanical engineering/Building services
  • Landscape design
  • Quantity surveying
  • Facilities management
  • Events management
  • Laws relating to facilities/building management
  Or
• A degree, preferably with masters, with at least 2 years of work experience in one of the following IT-related areas:
  • Building Information Modeling (ArchiCAD, Revit or Triforma)
  • Control system, embedded system, SCADA, PLC, CCTV, Security
  • Software (mobile and wireless technology)
  • Digital Media (web publishing, art appreciation)

LECTURERS
(SCHOOL OF GRADUATE & MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT)

Your key role is to design and conduct Specialist Diploma and professional training programmes. You will also co-ordinate executive training programmes, develop training curricula and oversee training collaboration with external expertise / institutions.

Requirements

• A degree, preferably with masters from a recognised university.
• At least 3 years of work experience in one of the following areas:
  • Facilities Management
  • Mechanical engineering/Building services
• Strong writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

MARCOM OFFICERS
(MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS UNIT)

You will be part of a dynamic team to execute Marcoms work. You will assist to plan, develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns, events and websites, measure their results and submit reports on campaign activity and improvement plans. Your job will encompass writing and developing artwork for the marketing collaterals, implementing marketing communication plans, conceptualizing creative and inspiring copies, updating existing promotional and advertising material, producing design briefs and tenders, as well as liaising with design houses and print management. You are also expected to provide your colleagues with administrative and logistic support.

Requirements

• A diploma in marketing/communications/visual communication with at least 2 years experience in related fields.
• Good command of English with strong writing and analytical skills.
• Well versed in using Design Software (Photoshop, FreeHand)
• Effectively bilingual and ability to work under stress and meet deadlines.

Successful candidates will be offered contract employment. The remuneration package offered shall commensurate with qualification and experience.

Closing Date: 12 Feb 10

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