Senior Facilities Manager

CBRE Excellerate; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 480 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial real estate services firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Facilities Management professional. You will engage clients, lead teams, manage P&L and KPI drivers, and oversee supplier management. Qualifications include a degree in Electrical Engineering and significant management experience. This role requires strong analytical skills and leadership capabilities, with a focus on client satisfaction and operational success. A commitment to diversity and equity in hiring is emphasized.

Qualifications

• 7-8 years Facilities Management experience with a proven track record.
• Full understanding of commercial and financial business principles.
• Project management skills and experience required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure regular client engagement meetings.
• Provide support for HR-related issues and operations.
• Manage key P&L and KPI drivers.

Skills

Business Writing Skills

Financial / Numeracy Skills

Quality/standards awareness

Knowledge of Contract management

Above average Computer Literacy

People Management

Leadership - coaching and mentoring skills

Presentation Skills

Problem solving

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Analysis of data trends

Innovative

Ability to interpret Maintenance plans

Asset lifecycle management

Education

Bachelor's degree/Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Power BI

Job description

Who we are

We are the market leader in commercial real estate services and investments and provide an integrated suite of high-quality real estate services to our clients across Africa and the Middle East, including facilities management, advisory & transaction services, project management. We support predominantly corporate clients who buy services on நடைபெ contract basis all across the Middle East and Africa - even globally, depending on their portfolio.

Why choose us

Imagine more than just the future of work; with CBRE Excellerate, you can create it. As part of our global powerhouse, you'll find a culture that fosters an entrepreneurial mindset, where your best work is not just encouraged but celebrated. Collaborate with talented individuals, harness the support of unparalleled resources, and enjoy the journey as you grow both personally and professionally.

What you will be doing

• Client engagement – Ensure regular meetings and be a trusted partner and escalation point.
• People leadership – Support account teams as escalation point including HR Related issues, IT and Connectivity, Operations, Employee Engagement)
• Commercial and Contractுகளில் accountability – Full understanding and accountability of all key P&L.demo & KPI drivers. Intimate understanding of Client contractual requirements
• Sourcing and Supplier management – Ensure effective supplier management and sourcing support.
• Internal stakeholders – Ensure smooth working relationship with all internal stakeholders.
• Sales and Growth – Partner with clients to ensure organic growth from Client
• Be part of working groups for various business development requirements.
• Project management – Assist Client where required
• Developing and presenting of business cases
• Create and track employee performance goals & KPI’s
• Drive and monitor employee training requirements
• Budget management and monthly tracking
• Support and drive client savings initiatives

Governance

• Attend local governance calls where required
• Participate in finance review calls where required
• Ensure Client statutory requirements are met
• Participate in Site Sustainability where required

Decision making authority

• As per approval framework
• Management of CMMS, CFMS and related systems
• Management of services and client contracts
• Compliance to the OHS Act and other statutory requirements

What will you bring

• A minimum of 7-8 years Facilities Management and People management with a proven track record of managing successful and profitable Client sites.
• Minimum qualifications - Technical background or Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Full understanding of commercial and financial business principles (P&L, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, GM, GL, EBITDA).
• Project management skills and experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Skills required

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• Business Writing Skills – emails and reports
• Financial / Numeracy Skills – Full understanding of financial principles
• Quality/standards awareness and implementation – as per contractual requirements
• Knowledge of Contract management – SLA’s/KPI’s, Compliance
• Above average Computer Literacy – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI
• People Management – HR principles, performance management
• Leadership - coaching and mentoring skills.
• Presentation Skills
• Problem solving
• Negotiation
• Conflict resolution
• më Analysis of data trends
• Innovative
• Ability to interpret Maintenance plans, condition assessment of structures and fixed assets.
• Asset lifecycle management

Knowledge required

• Knowledge of Integrated Facilities Management Services (IFM)
• Knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory requirements
• Workable technical knowledge
• Project Management Principles
• Sales and Growth targets
• Knowledge of Company policies and procedures
• Administration principles and reporting
• Workable knowledge of statutory requirements
• Knowledge of cost budgeting and control
• CMMS and CFMS Knowledge

Competencies required

• Team Leadership, Change Management, Customer & Quality focus, Problem solving and decision making, Financial & Business Acumen, Communication, Innovation and Analytical Thinking (on higher level), Demonstrate "Can do attitude"
• Must be able to adapt approach according to operating Market example Finance, Banking, Technology or PRIMARY.

Interface / relationships with

Other Key Positions

• Internal Business Unit Lead, Finance Managers, Procurement, and QHSE.

External Parties (Clients, Enterprise Teams)

• Client Structures
• Suppliers

CBRE Excellerate is committed to striving for diversity and equitable representation in our workforce. Preference may thus be given to suitably qualified candidates as identified in our employment equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.