Property Manager (Commercial Buildings)

JLL; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global property management firm in Dubai is looking for a Property Manager to oversee the financial management, operations, and compliance of commercial buildings. The successful candidate will lead a team and ensure adherence to local regulations while maintaining strong relationships with clients and service providers. Responsibilities include budgeting, operations management, and reporting on property performance. This role is on-site and open to candidates who may not meet all requirements yet show potential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in property management.
• Strong leadership capabilities with team management experience.
• Familiarity with UAE laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee OPEX and CAPEX budgeting and financial forecasts.
• Lead a team and ensure compliance with service providers.
• Maintain property management systems and client relationships.
• Supervise maintenance and security operations.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance knowledge

Relationship management

Property management systems

Budgeting

Job description

• Oversee OPEX and CAPEX budgeting requirements, financial forecasts and P&L's
• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual client reports
• Create governance documents, property operations plans, and policies/procedures

Leadership & Compliance

• Lead a team while consulting with clients, tenants, and contractors
• Ensure TFM service providers meet KPI and SLA requirements
• Maintain compliance with UAE laws, local municipality codes, and Dubai regulations
• Advise clients on regulatory changes affecting property operations

Systems & Relationship Management

• Maintain accuracy of property management systems (CRM/BMS/CAFM)
• Ensure proper training for TFM staff on system usage
• Develop strong working relationships with clients, facility managers, administrators, service providers, and stakeholders

Property & Asset Management Responsibilities

• Oversee HSE requirements and building inspections
• Manage lease administration (new leases, renewals, variations)
• Maintain tenant database and documentation
• Coordinate maintenance programs, including specialized services
• Supervise cleaning operations (internal and external)
• Implement security management plans and procedures
• Manage parking allocation and operations
• Oversee waste collection strategy
• Coordinate office and food deliveries
• Manage front of house service
• Develop business continuity planning
• Monitor invoicing, collections, and procurement

Reporting & Quality Control

• Conduct cyclical reporting on property management, leasing, finance, and HSE
• Implement tenant fee and violation management systems
• Identify and resolve property HSE issues
• Pre-qualify and evaluate contractors/vendors
• Prepare tender information including scopes and specifications

The successful candidate will perform all necessary functions for effective and efficient management of the property according to industry protocols and international standards.

Location

On-site –Dubai, ARE

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Property Manager Commercial Buildings • Dubai, ARE