Global Facility Management Consultant

NES Fircroft; Abu Qrayn; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing provider is looking for a Global Facility Management Consultant based in the UAE or Egypt. You will diagnose the facility management state, design strategies, and optimize costs for a leading nitrogen fertilizer producer. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of relevant experience, strong project management skills, and a degree in a related field. This role offers a competitive salary with various benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Facility Management within multinational organizations.
• Proven track record in leading diagnostic assessments.
• Strong knowledge of outsourcing models and contract negotiation.
• Experience optimizing cost and service quality across multiple regions.
• Proficient with benchmarking, cost modeling, and process mapping.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose the current state of facility management across all countries.
• Analyze spending and vendor contracts to identify optimization opportunities.
• Design a global facility management strategy and operating model.
• Recommend and initiate actions for improved efficiency and service quality.

Skills

Facility Management

Corporate Real Estate

Operations Management

Vendor Management

Contract Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Cost Optimization

Financial Acumen

Presentation Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Real Estate, Facilities Management

Tools

Facility Management Systems

Job description

NES Fircroft Permanent Recruitment is looking for a Global Facility Management Consultant based in the UAE or Egypt. Our client is a leading nitrogen fertilizer producer in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, and the world’s largest seaborne exporter of ammonia and urea. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, operates state-of-the‑art production facilities across the UAE, Egypt and Algeria, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability and operational excellence.

Role Overview

1. Diagnose the current state of facility management across all countries where the company operates.
2. Analyze global spending, vendor contracts and performance to identify optimization and cost‑saving opportunities.
3. Design a global facility management strategy and operating model, including governance, standards and processes.
4. Recommend and initiate implementation actions that lead to improved efficiency, stronger vendor management and more consistent service quality across the network.
5. Advise and support on new build/design of Shared Services new office location.

Key Responsibilities

Phase 1 – Diagnostic Assessment

• Map and document the company’s entire facility management footprint globally, covering offices, production/support sites, and shared spaces.
• Collect and analyze data on leases, ownership structures, facility‑related expenses, contract terms, and renewal cycles.
• Identify inefficiencies, inconsistencies, and risks in local arrangements.
• Benchmark spend levels and service standards against market best practices.
• Produce a comprehensive diagnostic report summarizing findings and opportunities.

Phase 2 – Strategy Development and Optimization Plan

• Develop a Global Facility Management Strategy, including governance models, standardized processes, and vendor frameworks.
• Quantify potential savings and efficiency gains.
• Draft an action plan and implementation roadmap with measurable KPIs.
• Present findings and recommendations to the Global VP Human Capital and wider ELT team.

Phase 3 – Implementation Support (optional / depending on scope)

• Support execution of recommended actions, including vendor renegotiations.
• Develop templates, policies, and guidance for ongoing governance.
• Coach local facility coordinators or country managers on the new approach.

Experience & Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Facility Management, Corporate Real Estate, or Operations Management within multinational or multi‑site organizations.
• Proven experience leading diagnostic assessments and transformation initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of vendor management, outsourcing models, and contract negotiation.
• Experience optimizing cost and service quality across multiple regions.
• Familiarity with leased and owned facilities.
• Exposure to international operations in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen; able to consolidate and interpret global spend data.
• Skilled in benchmarking, cost modeling, and process mapping.
• Proficient with facility management systems and reporting tools.
• Excellent project management and presentation skills.
• Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Real Estate, Facilities Management, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., IFMA, BIFM, RICS) is an advantage.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strategic yet pragmatic: capable of thinking globally while executing locally.
• Autonomous and self‑driven, with ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Highly structured, detail‑oriented, and results‑focused.
• Culturally aware and adaptable across diverse regions.

Compensation Package

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Duetohighvolumeofapplications,onlyshortlistedcandidateswillbecontacted.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world’s leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market‑leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.