Facilities and Projects Manager

Al Mana

Dubai, UAE

Ref: HP129-133

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Objectives: To manage the delivery of retail outlets from design, construction to opening phase. Responsible for maintenance of existing retail stores on an ongoing basis.

Main responsibilities:
- Accountable for delivery of Al Mana retail brand projects ensuring completion within approved time frames and budgets.
- Oversee financial reporting for each project, including forecasts and changes as well as reporting of variances at project completion
- Manage the design, build and equipment procurement tendering process, ensuring that the best rates are negotiated with suppliers and contractors
- Liaise with relevant personnel both internally and externally to ensure seamless communication and relevant updates provided to key stakeholders
- Manage the relationship and contracts defining the commercial terms and scope of work agreed with the designer, contractor and project management companies to ensure satisfaction of all parties involved
- Implement comprehensive project management schedules for efficiencies and ensuring agreed timeframes are adhered to
- Develop and execute the outlet refurbishment program in accordance to the cycle of reinvestment agreed with management
- Ensure individual projects are delivered to brand specification and aligned to company requirements
- Ensure that Company assets are responsibly maintained through the effective execution of preventative and reactive maintenance programs
- Responsible for managing maintenance of all company owned/leased premises with respect to civil work, pest control, cleaning, upkeep in order to maintain hygiene standards
- Coordinate regular and routine maintenance work inclusive of electrical, plumbing, air-conditioning etc. by coordinating with relevant service providers or contractors
- Design, develop and improve processes and systems that are established and developed to accurately assess the impact of property and project management activity on business performance

Reporting to: Managing Director

Requirements

University Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or relevant field from a recognized university

Nature and length of previous experience: Minimum of 6 years experience in retail property, project management and facilities management in a commercial environment

Specialist knowledge:
- Architecture
- AutoCAD
- Budgeting and Financial Management
- Engineering
- Maintenance
- Project Control
- Project Design
- Project Management
- Regulations

Soft Skills and Personality traits:
- Analytical Ability
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Flexibility
- Independence
- Initiative
- Leadership
- Personal Motivation
- Proactivity
- Process Excellence
- Productivity
- Teamwork
- Time Management

Language Fluency: English is essential, Arabic would be an advantage

About the Company

Al Mana is one of the largest and most diversified groups in the region, operating over 55 companies in 8 countries and employing over 3500 personnel. Industries that we operate in include automotive distribution and services, real estate and investments, retail and luxury fashion, F&B, engineering, technology, media and entertainment. The group covers most areas of retail including luxury goods, beauty, fashion, home interiors, watches and jewellery. Operating over 300 outlets, Al Mana represents some of the largest and most successful brands in the world.

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Project Manager salaries in UAE

Average monthly compensation
AED 24,500

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