VP FACILITIES

Job Description : VP FACILITIES UAE 1. Strategic Facilities Management: Planning and Strategy: Develop and implement strategic plans for facilities management aligned with organizational goals and objectives. Budgeting: Manage budgets for facility operations, maintenance, capital projects, and renovations, ensuring efficient use of resources. Risk Management: Assess and mitigate risks related to facility operations, health and safety, and compliance with regulations. 2. Operational Oversight: Maintenance and Operations: Oversee the maintenance, repair, and operational activities of buildings, systems, and equipment. Service Contracts: Negotiate and manage contracts with vendors, suppliers, and service providers for facility services such as cleaning, security, maintenance, and landscaping. Emergency Response: Develop and implement emergency response plans and procedures to address incidents affecting facilities and occupants. 3. Team Leadership and Management: Staff Management: Lead and manage a team of facilities management professionals, including hiring, training, performance management, and professional development. Collaboration: Coordinate with internal stakeholders such as HR, IT, finance, and operations to support organizational needs and initiatives. 4. Tenant and Stakeholder Relations: Tenant Satisfaction: Address tenant or occupant needs, concerns, and requests related to facilities management, ensuring high levels of customer service. Communication: Communicate effectively with senior management, executives, and other stakeholders on facilities-related matters, providing updates, reports, and recommendations. 5. Sustainability and Compliance: Environmental Initiatives: Implement sustainability programs and initiatives to reduce environmental impact and promote energy efficiency within facilities. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, building codes, and other legal requirements relevant to facility operations. Skills and Qualifications Education: A Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, business administration, engineering, or a related field is typically required. Advanced degrees or professional certifications (e.g., CFM – Certified Facility Manager, BIFM/IWFM qualifications) may be preferred. Experience: Extensive experience in facilities management or related fields, with a proven track record of leadership and management in overseeing complex facility operations. Leadership Skills: Strong leadership abilities, including strategic planning, decision-making, and problem-solving. Technical Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of building systems, maintenance practices, and facility operations. Communication: Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.

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