Group Head of Facility Management📣 Job Ad

About the Role

United Motors Company is seeking a Group Head of Facility Management to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all facility management activities across its group and subsidiaries. This full-time role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and operates at the holding company level, ensuring efficient and sustainable management of group assets, properties, and infrastructure in alignment with corporate standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Group Facility Management strategy and policies, aligning them with corporate goals and sustainability objectives.
• Lead the centralization and standardization of facility management practices across all group subsidiaries.
• Provide strategic input and oversight for expansion, renovation, and refurbishment projects, ensuring alignment with business growth and brand standards.
• Establish and lead the Group Project Management Office (PMO), defining governance frameworks and methodologies for expansion, relocation, and renovation projects.
• Oversee project budgeting, planning, risk assessment, quality control, and timely delivery of all group construction and infrastructure initiatives.
• Manage all facility management operations across group assets, including maintenance, security, cleaning, utilities, safety, and environmental management.
• Drive efficiency and cost optimization through effective planning, supplier performance management, and energy conservation.
• Manage contracted services at the group level, including tendering, contract negotiation, and performance monitoring of facility service providers.
• Establish and maintain facility management governance frameworks and reporting systems across subsidiaries.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to physical assets, service delivery, and capital projects.
• Develop and manage the Group Facility Management budget and capital expenditure plans.
• Implement KPIs and performance dashboards to track operational efficiency and project progress.
• Lead and mentor a team of facility and project management professionals and engineers.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in facilities and project management.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a diversified group or holding company.
• Proven track record in strategic facility planning, project delivery, and service contract management.
• Experience in large-scale expansion or capital projects and managing cross-functional, multi-site operations.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Strong understanding of building systems, maintenance technologies, and sustainability practices.
• Expertise in PMO methodologies, project planning tools, and contract management.
• Financial acumen with experience in budgeting and cost control.
• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Excellent project governance and organizational skills.
• Commercial awareness and vendor management expertise.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, requiring leadership within a diversified group structure and collaboration across various subsidiary teams.

Application Process

Candidates meeting the qualifications are encouraged to apply.