Facility Manager Job at Alpha Mead Group

Alpha Mead Group is a Total Real Estate Solutions Company established to provide robust business support services to local and international Real Estate investors or owners with interests in Facilities Management, Real Estate Development and Advisory, Security Systems and Technologies, Training, Healthcare Management and Real Estate Financing Services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Facility Manager
Job Location: Kano
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Summary

• As the Facility Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of policies, procedures, and programs necessary for the efficient operation of our facility.
• Your primary goal will be to maintain and manage our property/assets or portfolio of properties, with a particular focus on promptly addressing the concerns and needs of our clients.
• Your efforts will be instrumental in providing a positive and satisfying experience for those occupying the property

Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic unannounced property inspections during weekends, nights, and early mornings to assess the performance of key service providers, such as janitorial, landscaping, security, and technician/handyman services.
• Embrace the "Manage by walking around" (MBWA) approach to ensure hands-on management of facility operations.
• Collaborate with the Portfolio Manager in selecting and evaluating service providers to meet property standards.
• Ensure full compliance of all service providers with property specifications and company standards.
• Manage property to identify, prevent, address, and eliminate all environmental, health, and safety issues.
• Conduct regular periodic fire and life safety inspections to maintain a secure environment.
• Provide for records destruction services as needed to protect proprietary information.
• Monitor utility usage and implement adjustments in usage patterns to minimize costs effectively.
• Supervise daily inspections and preventive maintenance plans for various components, including the building (ceiling, walls, floors, windows, etc.), generators, all offices within the building, premises grounds (including parking facilities), sanitation (with a focus on toilets), and possible annex locations within the facility.
• Oversee the resolution of maintenance issues related to the interior and exterior of the building, taking necessary corrective actions.
• Offer project management services for small projects as directed by management, while also serving as a resource for interior planning, furniture reconfiguration, and internal client moves.
• Conduct periodic property reviews to develop and maintain plans for handling major storms, security risks, and other extraordinary events.
• Maintain a strong liaison relationship with landlords or landlord representatives to facilitate smooth communication and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• First degree in an Engineering field (preferably Electrical or Mechanical).
• At least 5 years of experience in facility management.
• Diplomatic, tactful, discreet, flexible, resourceful, and dependable.
• Exceptional problem-solving and conflict-management abilities.
• Customer service-oriented with great attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with clients and team members.
• Proficient in reporting and administrative writing to ensure accurate documentation.
• Skilled in information gathering and monitoring to make informed decisions.
• Candidates residing in Kano state will be considered