Facilities Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled Facilities Manager to join our team on a prestigious project in Riyadh. As a Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for providing expert guidance and support to our Client in effectively and efficiently managing their Facilities. You will work closely with the Client to identify and address their unique challenges, developing tailored solutions to optimise their Facility Operations. The role is a demanding one and requires a six day working week.

As a Facilities Manager, you will serve as a trusted advisor, providing strategic insights and recommendations to improve our Client’s overall facility management practices. You will conduct thorough assessments of the Client’s facilities, analysing their current processes, systems, and technologies. Based on your findings, you will develop detailed implementation plans to improve facility operations, including cost reduction strategies, energy efficiency initiatives and maintenance programs. Additionally, you should possess a strong understanding of construction and FM transition.

The ideal candidate for this role is a highly analytical and strategic thinker with deep expertise in facilities management. You must have a strong understanding of industry best practices and be able to stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies. Excellent communication skills are essential, as you will be working closely with clients and must be able to clearly convey complex concepts and recommendations.

This role operates on a 6-day week schedule, with the 6th day compensated at overtime rates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessment of the Client’s facilities to identify areas for improvement.

• Manage handovers and project completion.

• Develop and implement customised facility management plans based on Client’s specific needs and objectives.

• Evaluate existing facility management processes, systems and technologies and make recommendations for optimisation.

• Identify cost reduction opportunities and develop strategies to improve operational efficiency.

• Advise clients on best practices for energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless implementation of facility management plans.

• Provide ongoing support and guidance to clients, monitor the effectiveness of implemented strategies and making adjustments as needed.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive proactive approach to the role. They will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.

• Bachelor's degree in the Engineering or FM field, Degree preferred but not essential depending on experience.

• Proven experience in Facilities Management, with a minimum of 10 years in a consulting role.

• Deep knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in facility management.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex issues and develop practical solutions.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

• Proficiency in Facilities Management software and systems.

• Strong Project Management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple client projects simultaneously.

• Ability to travel to client sites as needed.

Company Overview:

With 100 KSA staff and 4,600 worldwide, Rider Levett Bucknall has a truly global reach, and with such scope can offer a local presence to its clients almost without exception. We are committed to our core services and pride ourselves on our dedication to customer care and leading-edge service provision.

We are an award winning, leading independent firm providing our clients with some of the most comprehensive and forward-thinking advice available.

We offer a range of complementary quantity surveying, project management, building surveying and advisory services from conception, through design and construction and operational performance of facilities to their eventual disposal or reuse.

Our clients have rapid access to the latest industry intelligence and innovations, which serve to enhance value and mitigate risk. We provide expert management of the relationship between value, time and cost from inception to completion. We do this through our global and local team of experts, who possess a passion for both core services and innovation.

We are committed to developing new services and techniques aimed at enhancing our clients' businesses in the long term.

Please note that only candidates who meet the above requirements will be considered for this role. We appreciate your interest in Rider Levett Bucknall and wish you the best of luck in your job search.