Senior Manager - Facilities Management - DP World - Dubai, UAE

DP World; Dubai; On-site; AED 223,200 - 312,480; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term career progression

Inclusive and performance-driven workplace

Exposure to large-scale contracts

Job summary

DP World is looking for a Senior Manager - Facilities Management in Dubai, UAE. In this critical role, you will lead strategic planning and operational excellence in hard facilities management services. The position demands robust project management skills, technical expertise, and team leadership capabilities.

As a part of a globally recognized organization, you will manage client relationships, ensure compliance with international FM standards, and drive the overall service quality and performance. Join us to make a significant impact on global trade logistics.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of experience in a senior technical services role.
• At least five years of managerial experience within facilities management.
• Proven expertise in managing hard FM services including MEP, HVAC, and civil works.
• Valid UAE driving license mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Participate in commercial activities including lead generation, bid estimation, budgeting.
• Manage the full project lifecycle covering scope definition, planning, execution.
• Ensure achievement of contractual SLAs and KPIs through effective operational implementation.
• Monitor industry trends and evaluate new maintenance technologies.

Skills

Project and contract management

Technical expertise in MEP and civil systems

Leadership

Budget control

Client relationship management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in facilities management or engineering

Job description

Senior Manager - Facilities Management - DP World - Dubai, UAE

Position Overview

The Senior Manager - Facilities Management role at DP World Dubai leads strategic planning, operations, and commercial performance across hard facilities management services. This senior position oversees end-to-end project delivery, client relationships, and compliance while driving operational excellence, cost optimization, and service quality within a complex logistics and supply chain environment.

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain
• Function: Facilities Management-Maintenance
• Salary: 20000-28000 monthly (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in commercial activities including lead generation, bid estimation, budgeting, and tender submissions
• Plan, generate, and defend financial and operational results in line with approved business plans and targets
• Manage the full project lifecycle covering scope definition, planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery
• Identify, assess, and mitigate operational and commercial risks as part of departmental risk management
• Ensure effective allocation and utilization of human and material resources across projects and contracts
• Lead, coach, mentor, and evaluate project and site teams with clear performance objectives
• Develop, implement, and manage hard services maintenance strategies including planned preventive, reactive, corrective, and predictive maintenance, along with capital improvement projects
• Ensure achievement of contractual SLAs and KPIs through effective operational implementation of maintenance plans
• Analyze performance data and implement improvement initiatives to optimize service delivery, costs, and contract outcomes
• Monitor industry trends and evaluate new maintenance technologies, tools, and methodologies
• Control project budgets, optimize costs, and ensure accurate invoicing and timely collections
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and contract renewals
• Support preparation of high-quality technical and commercial proposals aligned with client requirements
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality requirements across all operations
• Ensure adherence to UAE laws, regulations, governing authorities, and applicable international FM standards

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in facilities management or engineering
• Minimum ten years of experience in a senior technical services role
• At least five years of managerial experience within facilities management
• Proven expertise in managing hard FM services including MEP, HVAC, and civil works
• Valid UAE driving license mandatory
• Strong technical background in MEP and civil systems
• Demonstrated project and contract management capability
• Strong financial acumen with budget control and commercial oversight experience
• Effective leadership, vendor management, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

Why Join Us

• Senior leadership role within a globally recognized logistics and trade organization
• Opportunity to lead complex facilities management operations and large-scale contracts
• Exposure to commercial strategy, client management, and business growth initiatives
• Inclusive and performance-driven workplace with long-term career progression

About the Company

DP World is a global leader in logistics, ports, and supply chain solutions, operating across six continents and enabling seamless trade worldwide. Based in Dubai, DP World integrates ports and terminals, marine services, logistics, and technology to deliver end‑to‑end trade solutions. With a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence, and people development, DP World Dubai provides senior professionals with the opportunity to lead critical infrastructure services that support the future of global trade.