Facility Project Manager
About the Role
As we continue to scale our physical footprint across the UAE — retail hubs, refurbishment and reconditioning centres, inspection yards, and office spaces — we are looking for a Facility Project Manager to take end-to-end ownership of how these spaces are built, delivered, and maintained.
This is a hands-on role for someone who blends an infrastructure mindset with real construction experience: comfortably reading a drawing, negotiating with a contractor, chasing an authority approval, and standing on a live site to make sure the work matches the plan. You'll turn new-site decisions into fully operational, safe, and compliant spaces — on time and on budget.
What You'll Do
- Project Delivery & Construction
- Manage the full lifecycle of construction, fit-out, and civil works projects — from concept and feasibility through design, execution, and handover.
- Coordinate civil, MEP, HVAC, electrical, and fire & safety works across multiple sites simultaneously.
- Conduct regular site inspections to track progress, quality, and adherence to design intent and safety standards.
- Infrastructure Planning & New Site Development
- Support site identification and feasibility assessments for new retail hubs, refurbishment centres, and yards.
- Translate operational and business requirements into practical space and infrastructure plans.
- Drive space optimisation and capacity planning across existing and upcoming locations.
- Vendor, Contractor & Cost Management
- Source, evaluate, and appoint contractors, consultants, and suppliers; manage scope, SLAs, and performance.
- Own project budgets and CAPEX planning — forecast, track, and control costs, and flag variances early.
- Review and negotiate quotations, contracts, and variation orders to protect quality and value.
- Regulatory Approvals & Compliance
- Manage authority approvals and permits (e.g. Municipality, Civil Defence, DEWA/SEWA/Etihad, free-zone / Trakhees where applicable).
- Ensure all works comply with UAE building codes, safety regulations, and relevant local authority requirements.
- Facilities Management & Handover
- Ensure smooth handover of completed sites into operations, including snagging, documentation, and asset registers.
- Oversee preventive and reactive maintenance, MEP systems, and overall upkeep of live facilities.
- Establish and monitor facility management SLAs to keep sites safe, functional, and presentable.
- Health, Safety & Sustainability
- Champion a strong HSE culture across all projects and facilities.
- Ensure contractors and works comply with health, safety, and environmental standards.
- Factor energy efficiency and sustainability into design and operational decisions where feasible.
- Stakeholder Management & Reporting
- Act as the central point of contact between operations, leadership, contractors, and consultants.
- Provide clear, regular updates on project status, budgets, risks, and timelines.
What You'll Bring
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience4-6 years of experience in facility, project, or infrastructure management, with a strong construction / fit-out background.
- Proven track record delivering multi-site build-out or fit-out projects end-to-end.UAE / GCC experience strongly preferred, with working knowledge of local authority approval processes and building regulations.
- Experience in retail, automotive, industrial, warehousing, or logistics environments is a plus.
- Skills &
Competencies
- Solid grasp of civil and MEP works and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
- Strong project management discipline — scope, schedule, budget, and quality control.
- Confident vendor negotiation and contractor management skills.
- Highly organised, with the ability to run multiple projects and priorities at once.
- Proactive problem-solver who stays calm and decisive under site pressure.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Project, Auto
- CAD (reading level), and MS Office / Google Workspace.
- Preferred Certifications (nice to have)
- PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification.
- Facilities Management certification (e.g. IFMA / BIFM) or HSE certification (e.g. NEBOSH / OSHA).
Why Join Us
You'll play a direct role in shaping the physical spaces where our teams and customers experience the brand every day. Every site you deliver becomes part of how we grow — visible, tangible, and impactful. If you like ownership, pace, and seeing your work take physical shape, you'll feel right at home here. Skills &
Competencies
- Solid grasp of civil and MEP works and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
- Strong project management discipline — scope, schedule, budget, and quality control.
- Confident vendor negotiation and contractor management skills.
- Highly organised, with the ability to run multiple projects and priorities at once.
- Proactive problem-solver who stays calm and decisive under site pressure.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Project, Auto
- CAD (reading level), and MS Office / Google Workspace.
- Preferred Certifications (nice to have)
- PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification.
- Facilities Management certification (e.g. IFMA / BIFM) or HSE certification (e.g. NEBOSH / OSHA).
