Regional Project Manager at CBRE Excellerate

Role Purpose

• The Regional Project Manager SSA is responsible for leading, coordinating, and delivering all Facilities Management capital and operational projects across multiple countries within Sub-Saharan Africa. This includes project planning, execution, governance, financial management, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring all projects meet CBRE Excellerate and client standards.
• The role supports a diverse range of FM projects such as refurbishments, asset replacements, workplace upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and compliance-driven works across the client’s regional portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Delivery:

• Manage and oversee end-to-end FM project delivery across multiple countries in SSA
• Lead project scoping, feasibility assessments, cost estimation, procurement, implementation, and close-out
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables
• Ensure adherence to project governance frameworks, HSE standards, and compliance requirements

Financial & Commercial Management:

• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting
• Ensure cost control, value engineering, and alignment with client financial expectations
• Oversee procurement of contractors, consultants, and suppliers in line with CBRE and client policies
• Review bids, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor performance.

Stakeholder & Client Engagement:

• Act as the primary point of contact for client representatives on all FM project matters across SSA
• Coordinate with internal teams, country FM teams, landlords, regulatory bodies, and external partners
• Provide regular updates, dashboards, and reporting to the client and CBRE leadership

Governance, Risk & Compliance:

• Ensure all projects comply with local regulations, building codes, and safety standards
• Maintain risk registers, quality assurance processes, and project documentation
• Conduct site inspections and audits across the region as required

Regional Coordination:

• Support alignment of project delivery standards across all SSA markets
• Drive consistency, efficiency, and process improvement in project management practices
• Monitor and track regional project performance using tools such as project trackers, dashboards, and PMO systems

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or related field
• Professional certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)

Experience:

• 5–10+ years’ experience managing capital, MEP, FM and D&C projects, ideally across multiple African markets
• Strong background in client-facing project management within a corporate real estate or FM environment
• Experience working with multinational companies and cross-cultural teams
• Proven track record in managing budgets, contractors, and complex stakeholder environments

Skills & Competencies

• Strong project leadership and coordination skills
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client relationship management skills
• Solid understanding of FM operations, building services, and regulatory requirements
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under diverse country conditions
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem‑solving skills
• Willingness to travel across SSA as required
• Ability to work independently, remotely, and within a matrix structure
•  Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• On-time and on-budget delivery of all FM projects
• Client satisfaction and quality of service delivery
• Compliance with safety, governance, and regulatory requirements
• Accuracy of reporting and project documentation
• Effective vendor and contractor management
• Consistency and efficiency improvements across regional project delivery