Consultant - Asset Management Consultancy

Savills is a leading global real estate advisory firm with over 160 years of experience delivering exceptional property services worldwide. In the Middle East, Savills provides a full suite of advisory, management, and consultancy services across all asset classes, from master-planned developments and mixed-use assets to commercial, residential, and retail portfolios.

The Asset Management Consultancy division supports developers, investors, and government entities in optimising their real estate assets through strategic advice on operational efficiency, lifecycle management, financial performance, and long-term sustainability.

We are seeking a Consultant to join our Dubai-based team. The successful candidate will contribute to delivering technical and strategic consultancy services, helping clients maximise value from their real estate portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

FM Consultancy:

• Conduct technical and operational audits across building systems (MEP, HVAC, plumbing, infrastructure, soft services).
• Evaluate FM contracts, SLAs, and KPIs for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance.
• Support clients in FM strategy development, vendor selection, and tender evaluations.
• Develop maintenance plans, asset registers, and lifecycle cost models in line with SFG20 and ISO 41001.
• Provide recommendations for operational efficiency, sustainability, and technology integration (IoT, CAFM, BIM).

Property Operations Advisory:

• Assess property management frameworks, service charge models, and tenant engagement strategies.
• Conduct performance reviews of property and community management operations, benchmarking against RICS and local standards.
• Contribute to development of operational readiness plans for new developments from design to handover and occupancy.
• Review service delivery models and identify opportunities for improvement in customer experience, efficiency, and governance.
• Assist in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and operational guidelines for property portfolios.

Strategic Asset Management Advisory:

• Support preparation of asset management plans, performance dashboards, and investment-grade reports.
• Participate in asset performance analysis including income, cost, and lifecycle planning to support value optimisation.
• Conduct data-driven benchmarking and market research to inform client strategies.
• Collaborate with senior consultants to develop business cases, feasibility analyses, and portfolio improvement plans.
• Assist clients with governance frameworks, KPIs, and reporting systems aligned to RICS and ISO 55000 principles.

Reporting and Client Engagement:

• Prepare clear, professional consultancy deliverables — reports, presentations, proposals, and technical appendices.
• Present findings and recommendations to clients in collaboration with senior team members.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and manage tasks to meet agreed timelines and quality standards.
• Build trusted relationships with clients through reliability, responsiveness, and quality of work.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services), Property, Real Estate, or Facilities Management.
• 2–4 years’ relevant experience in facilities, property, or asset management (consultancy or client-side preferred).
• Strong understanding of operational management principles across FM, property, and asset management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and report writing.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to interpret data and produce clear recommendations.
• Knowledge of UAE real estate regulatory frameworks and FM/property management best practices.
• Team-oriented, proactive, and adaptable to varied client projects.

Desirable:

• Experience within a real estate consultancy or advisory environment.
• Knowledge of CAFM/CMMS systems and asset lifecycle planning tools.
• Exposure to financial modelling or lifecycle cost analysis.
• Certification or membership with RICS, IFMA, IWFM, or similar professional bodies.
• Familiarity with sustainability, energy management, and smart-building initiatives.

What we offer:

• Exposure to landmark developments and strategic advisory assignments across the Middle East.
• Mentorship from senior leaders and opportunity to grow into a Senior Consultant role.
• Structured learning and development through Savills’ global platforms and industry accreditation support.
• Collaborative working culture and access to multidisciplinary expertise.
• Competitive compensation package with career progression opportunities.