Facility Manager at Hamilton Lloyd and Associates

Our client, a leading Real Estate Company in Nigeria. Due to internal expansion; they are looking to fill the position below:

Job Summary

• The Facility Manager shall oversee all building-related activities.
• He/she will be responsible for preserving the good condition of infrastructure and ensure that facilities are safe and well functioning.
• The ideal candidate will be well-organized and able to optimize the use of space and equipment while reducing operating costs.
• The goal is to ensure our business’s accommodation is problem-free and safe so that employees can work under the best conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate all installations (telecommunications, heat, electricity etc.) and refurbishments.
• Manage the upkeep of equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standards.
• Inspect buildings’ structures to determine the need for repairs or renovations.
• Supervise all staff facilities staff (custodians, technicians, groundskeepers etc.) and external contractors.
• Ensure a quick turnover of vacant units through the set-up of an effective marketing plan and procedure for maintaining full occupancy, as well as maintaining a waiting list of suitable prospective tenants.
• The implementation of an effective and efficient rent collection procedure to ensure income flow.
• The enforcement of lease terms and where necessary, the taking of appropriate legal action to ensure compliance.
• The provision of services to suit current needs economically whilst anticipating future needs based on experience and expertise.
• The reduction of the in-house cost of administering a range of property service contracts.
• Competitive and scalable fees.
• Provide a comparative market analysis of ongoing rents in the area in order to determine appropriate rental for your building.
• Maintain a positive, productive relationship with tenants.
• Determine an applicable service charge.
• Rent Collection, Rent Reviews and Lease Renewals.
• Tenant Management and Coordination.
• Service Charge Administration

Man Specification

• Education: A degree in Facility Management, Engineering, Business Administration or relevant field.
• Experience: 5-7years' relevant work experience as Facility Manager

Additional Requirements/Competencies:

• Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices
• Knowledge of basic accounting and finance principles
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Good analytical/critical thinking.