Facilities Manager at Smartcity

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<div> <p>Smartcity is an investment and Infrastructure development company dedicated to creating modern real estate and infrastructural projects that allows people to live, work and relax in a technologically enabled environment that makes for pleasant and productive living.</p> </div> <div> <p><strong>Job Position:</strong> Facilities Manager</p> <p><strong>Job Location: </strong>Lagos</p> </div> <div> <p><strong>Job Description</strong></p> <ol> <li>We are looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee all building-related activities.</li> <li>You will be responsible for preserving the good condition of infrastructure and ensure that facilities are safe and well-functioning.</li> <li>The ideal candidate will be well-organized and able to optimize the use of space and equipment while reducing operating costs.</li> <li>Leadership abilities and phenomenal efficiency can set you apart among our candidate pool.</li> <li>The goal is to ensure our business’s premises is problem-free and safe so that employees can work under the best conditions.</li> </ol> <p><strong>Job Responsibilities</strong></p> <ol> <li>Plan and coordinate all installations (telecommunications, electricity etc.) and refurbishments</li> <li>Manage the upkeep of equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standards</li> <li>Inspect buildings’ structures and company infrastructure to determine the need for repairs or renovations</li> <li>Review utilities consumption and strive to minimize costs</li> <li>Supervise all facilities staff (security, gardener, cleaner etc.) and external contractors</li> <li>Control activities like parking space allocation, waste disposal, building security etc.</li> <li>Provide energy management solutions; come up with energy saving guidelines that will reduce expense costs, for example, diesel consumption, pressure on generators and where possible introduce alternate energy sources</li> <li>Ensure service providers deliver value that commensurate with what they are being paid</li> <li>Keep financial and non-financial records</li> <li>Perform analysis and forecasting of the facility’s upcoming needs and requirements.</li> </ol> <p><strong>Job Requirements</strong></p> <ol> <li>B.Sc / BA Degree in Facility Management, Engineering, Business Administration or relevant field with relevant work experience.</li> <li>Relevant professional qualification (e.g., CFM) will be an advantage</li> <li>Ability to use facility management tools and software will be an advantage</li> <li>Proven experience as facilities manager or relevant position</li> <li>Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices</li> <li>Knowledge of basic accounting and finance principles</li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li> <li>Excellent organizational and leadership skills</li> <li>Attention to detail</li> <li>Good analytical/critical thinking.</li> </ol> <p><strong>Other Requirements</strong></p> <ol> <li>Proven work experience as an Administrative Officer, Administrator or similar role</li> <li>Solid knowledge of office procedures</li> <li>Experience with office management software like MS Office</li> <li>Strong organization skills with a problem-solving attitude.</li> </ol> <p>Competencies & Skills:</p> <ol> <li>Problem solving skills</li> <li>Team working skills</li> <li>Technical knowledge</li> <li>Good leadership skills.</li> </ol> </div> <div> <p><b>How to Apply<br /> </b>Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: <strong><a href="mailto:arotope@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">arotope@gmail.com</a> , <a href="mailto:recruitment@smartcityplc.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">recruitment@smartcityplc.com</a></strong> using the Job Title as the subject of the email.</p> </div> <p class="job_tags">Tagged as: Administrative, Engineering</p>

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