Facilities Management Director

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall Facilities Management strategy, policies, and operational procedures.
• Provide leadership and oversight for all FM activities, including hard services, soft services, maintenance, and asset management.
• Ensure efficient operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of facilities and infrastructure.
• Manage departmental budgets, cost controls, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary FM teams to achieve operational excellence.
• Coordinate with internal departments, clients, contractors, and external stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery.
• Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, innovation, and best practices in facilities management.
• Prepare management reports, operational analyses, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership.
• Oversee vendor and contractor performance management to ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Support organizational goals through effective resource planning and risk management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in Facilities Management.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior management or leadership position.
• Professional certifications in Facilities Management will be an advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of Facilities Management principles, strategies, and industry best practices.
• Proven ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, and operational frameworks.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills with experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Sound knowledge of Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE), and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on operational efficiency and service excellence.

Preferred Experience

• Experience managing large-scale Facilities Management projects.
• Experience working on government, semi-government, or major infrastructure projects within Saudi Arabia.
• Familiarity with international FM standards and asset management practices.