Senior Facilities Manager Job at Churchgate Group
Over the past 50 years, Churchgate has played a major role in trading,
manufacturing, banking and real estate in Nigeria. Today, the vision of
our Company is to become the most prominent, reliable property developer
in Nigeria’s currently fragmented market. We aim to be at the
forefront of projects that will transform Nigeria’s cities.
We
have developed a strong reputation that is based on quality and service,
and our projects consist of bespoke office towers, luxury residences,
and cutting-edge logistic centers. We currently own a land bank in
excess of two million square meters in Nigeria has have a strong
pipeline of projects that include world-class shopping malls and 5-star
hotels.
We are always on the look out for top talent both locally
and internationally, so if you feel you would be a good fit, please
feel free to forward your CV.
Job Title: Senior Facilities Manager
Job Description
The
Senior Facilities Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects
of facilities service delivery at the World Trade Center, Abuja. The
WTC Abuja is the only mixed-use development of its kind in West Africa,
located in Abuja's Central Business District. It is a composite
development, comprised of high-end residential apartments and AAA office
towers, a 5-star hotel and a shopping mall.
Objectives:
- The
Senior Facilities Manager (SFM) is responsible for managing all aspects
of facilities service as detailed within the facilities designated.
- To
ensure the coordination and delivery of a cost-effective, efficient and
client-focused Facilities Management (FM) service for all buildings
(both residential, commercial and industrial) belonging to the Group
- Work
in close collaboration with FM Service Providers/Partners in a positive
and progressive way to ensure facilities/repair funds are spent in the
most efficient, effective and economic way.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Develop, gain consensus for, and implement the Best Practice / building operation Plan for assigned assets.
- The
SFM is responsible for the management, supervision, and professional
development of all direct reports (e.g., Facility Managers, etc.).
- Establish
written goals and objectives for employees directly reporting to the
role of FM. Conduct periodic formal and informal performance
evaluations. Develop training program and career path for property
employees. Assure succession planning.
- The SFM is
responsible for working directly with the client to ensure a thorough
understanding of their objectives and the implementation of acceptable
property-specific operating strategies that achieve these required
standards. Once developed the FM must oversee the implementation of all
approved initiatives and programs, by managing and coordinating the
efforts of the FM team (e.g. service providers, contractors, and
building employees) to achieve the goals
- Work with the
Financial Manager to prepare the final budget documentation / plans and
administers the works to ensure budget compliance.
- Inspect
facilities and equipment to determine extent of service and equipment
required. Recommend, justify, develop and coordinate with the team,
projects that enhance the value of the office buildings.
- Arrange
for alterations to, or maintenance, upkeep, or reconditioning of
facilities as specified in the operating procedures, management plan and
/ or management services agreement
- Maintain role as
primary contact for clients relative to service requests. Proactively
meet with Client’s representatives on scheduled basis. Communicate
regularly with the client’s representatives, providing necessary support
and information on the status of all areas under his/her management.
- Approve purchases of supplies and equipment for use at managed buildings.
- Prepare periodic inventory of building contents and property condition and forward listing to Management for review.
- Employ
or contract for services of janitorial maintenance and landscaping
personnel and onsite management personnel, as delineated within the
operating budget, management plan and/or management services agreement.
Submit hiring recommendations to Group Head FM for approval.
- Participate in-group process as appropriate.
- Ensure
that all defined services are completed in accordance with all
operating procedures, statuary requirements, and within the Health and
safety guidelines.
- Proactively involved in ensuring that services are reviewed and refinements made to enhance these services.
- Develop
a close working relationship with all of the vendors under his/her
control to ensure that they fully understand the Client culture and are
made to feel part of the team delivering a high quality service.
Requirements:
- An
Engineering Degree qualified in an appropriate Engineering discipline
(e.g. Mechanical/Electrical/Building Systems Engineering).
- MSc and Facilities Management Certification will be an advantage
- Minimum 8 years’ experience in Engineering
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in Senior management position
- Proven capacity to understand and interpret commercial contracts
- Strong budget management and financial analysis skills
- Ability
to manage soft facilities management function(Cleaning, Helpdesk, Front
of house and other related responsibilities within the soft FM
function)
- Proven skills in internal communication with clients
- Strong leadership and management
- Proactive change orientation mindset
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment
- Proven self-starter that consistently delivers to outcome specifications
- Proven experience of operating in a similar role and environment
- Experience of working in high rise building with high occupancy
- Knowledge of local health and occupational safety requirements
- Knowledge of critical facilities
- Knowledge of vendor management for specialized services
- An
understanding of basic technical aspects of property (Computer Room
Air-conditioning, Chiller system, Fire Protection system, Mechanical
& Electrical system, BMS system)
- Proven competency in the use of Auto Cad (Drawing and interpretation)
Remuneration is competitive
How to Apply
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