Properties and Facilities Management Director | Saudi Arabia

Rawaj HCM Jobs; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Saudi retailer is seeking a dedicated Properties & Facilities Management Director for their Riyadh location. The role involves leading the full lifecycle of property and facilities operations, including strategic planning, governance, project management, and cost optimization. Candidates must have a Bachelor's in Engineering and 15–20 years’ experience in properties and facilities management. The position offers an opportunity to ensure quality and safety across all sites while driving significant expansion projects.

Qualifications

• 15–20+ years of experience in properties and facilities management across multi-site, multi-country operations.
• Proven track record in site acquisition, contracts negotiation, design, fit-out, and facilities operations.
• Strong experience managing OPEX/CAPEX budgets.
• Hands-on experience with CAFM systems, digital transformation.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning for property and facilities management.
• Oversee branch openings from site acquisition to design and fit-out.
• Manage contract negotiations with landlords and developers.
• Monitor construction and fit-out execution.
• Manage full facilities operations including maintenance.
• Drive branch expansion plans and analyze feasibility.
• Implement governance and performance KPIs.

Skills

Properties Management

Facilities Management

Contract Negotiation

Project Management

Budget Management

Asset Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Facilities Management

Tools

CAFM systems

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and meticulous Properties & Facilities Management Director for a leading Saudi retailer.

Work Location: Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

The Properties & Facilities Management Director will lead the full lifecycle of property and facilities operations. The role is responsible for strategic planning, facilities governance, operational excellence, real estate expansion, asset optimization, and ensuring safe, sustainable, and cost-efficient environments for all sites.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead strategic planning for property and facilities management and ensure readiness of new sites for operation.
• Oversee branch openings from site acquisition to design, fit-out, and final handover.
• Manage contract negotiations with landlords, developers, and contractors, ensuring optimal commercial terms.
• Lead project design, manage consultants and contractors, and ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
• Monitor construction and fit-out execution, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Manage full facilities operations including preventive, corrective, and routine maintenance for all systems (MEP, civil, infrastructure).
• Oversee asset management, inventory, and ensure continuous operational readiness.
• Lead health, safety, and environmental plans and ensure compliance with local regulations and standards.
• Manage operational and capital expenditure budgets and ensure cost optimization.
• Drive branch expansion plans, identify new locations, and analyze feasibility and site suitability.
• Implement governance, processes, and performance KPIs for property and facilities activities.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (operations, finance, commercial) to ensure seamless site delivery and operations.
• Manage external vendors and service providers and ensure performance according to SLAs.
• Handle risk management, emergency response planning, and business continuity for all properties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Master’s degree in Facilities Management or related field.
• 15–20+ years of experience in properties and facilities management across multi-site, multi-country operations.
• Proven track record in site acquisition, contracts negotiation, design, fit-out, and facilities operations.
• Strong experience managing OPEX/CAPEX budgets, vendors, and large-scale expansion projects.
• Solid background in MEP systems, maintenance management, HSE, and asset management.
• Hands-on experience with CAFM systems, digital transformation, and operational excellence programs.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing cross-functional teams and delivering large portfolios.