About the Built Environment Artificial Intelligence Centre of ExcellenceThe Built Environment Artificial Intelligence Centre of Excellence (BE AI CoE) is a national initiative established by the Ministry of National Development (MND) in partnership with the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD).
The Centre serves as a national focal point, bringing together government, academia, and industry to co-develop AI solutions with real-world impact while nurturing a new generation of "AI bilinguals" who can bridge technical AI capabilities with BE domain expertise. Through these efforts, the Centre aspires to transform Singapore’s Built Environment (BE) sector across the entire lifecycle—from urban planning and building design to construction and facilities management.
Why You’ll Love This RoleThis role supports the programme management, governance, and stakeholder coordination of the BE AI CoE’s portfolio of AI research, innovation, and translational initiatives. The incumbent will work closely with Centre leadership, Principal Investigators, government agencies, and industry partners to ensure that projects are well-governed, effectively delivered, and aligned with the Centre’s strategic objectives and funding requirements.
In addition, the role will contribute to sector-specific partnership activities led by SUTD’s Office of Innovation and Enterprise, contributing to the broader goals of innovation and collaboration for the Built Environment sector.
Appointment level (Deputy Manager or Manager) will be determined based on experience, demonstrated leadership capability, and expected level of independent ownership.
What You’ll Do1. Programme & Portfolio ManagementCoordinate and oversee projects across the BE AI CoE’s work packages to ensure alignment with programme objectives and milestones.Monitor project progress, risks, interdependencies, and deliverables, and support timely escalation where required.Prepare and maintain programme roadmaps, dashboards, and management reports for Centre leadership and stakeholders.Contribute to portfolio planning, prioritisation, and continuous improvement of programme delivery.
2. Research Governance & Funding OperationsSupport and manage end-to-end research administration, including grant documentation, budget tracking, milestone monitoring, and reporting.Coordinate submissions of progress reports, financial statements, and variation or change requests with Principal Investigators.Ensure compliance with National Research Foundation, Singapore (RIE) funding requirements, institutional policies, and audit processes.Support or lead governance activities such as steering committee meetings, internal reviews, and evaluation panels.
3. Stakeholder & Partnership ManagementEngage and coordinate with government agencies, SUTD teams, and industry partners to support ongoing projects, agreements and collaborations.Organise and facilitate meetings, workshops, and engagement sessions with partners.Support the development, scoping, and management of collaborative projects, including pilot and deployment initiatives.Provide support in partnership development, expectation management, and external-facing representation of the Centre.
4. Programme Operations & Capability DevelopmentDevelop, maintain, and continuously improve programme management tools, templates, and documentation.Support or lead the organisation of workshops, training sessions, and knowledge-sharing activities.Contribute to capability-building initiatives for researchers, partners, and the wider BE ecosystem, including activities related to AI adoption and skills development.
5. Translational Impact & Sector DevelopmentSupport the translation of AI research outputs into pilot deployments, proof-of-concept trials, or industry use cases.Coordinate with research teams and Technology Transfer Office on deployment and impact-tracking activities.Contribute to the Centre’s mission of developing “AI bilinguals” through ecosystem engagement, training pathways, and cross-sector collaboration.
Who We Are Looking ForDegree in Business, Engineering, Architecture, Computer Science, Urban Planning, Data Science, or related BE/technology disciplines.At least 4 – 6 years of experience in programme management, research administration, innovation programmes, or public sector/industry collaboration.Experience with RIE funding, research grants, or large-scale innovation programmes is highly advantageous.
Skills & CompetenciesStrong programme and project management skills, including budget, timeline, risk, and stakeholder management.Ability to work effectively across government, academia, and industry environments.Preferably but not mandatory to have a good understanding of, or strong ability to learn, AI concepts and BE digital technologies (e.g. BIM, data platforms, automation).Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of governance papers, reports, meeting minutes and presentations.Comfortable operating in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment with evolving requirements.
(This role is hired on contract basis.)