Facilities Manager – Retail Operations (12 months, Extendable)

Role Overview:

iFM is looking for a FM Project Manager – Retail Supermarket Operations (6–12 months, extendable contract). The FM Project Manager will oversee upgrades, remodels, and technical enhancements in operational supermarket stores. The role involves managing MEP systems (HVAC, fire alarm, smoke management, refrigeration, kitchen ventilation), civil works (flooring, ceilings, walls, tiling), and authority compliance projects (Civil Defense, HSE, HACCP).

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage upgrades and remodels of operational supermarket stores with minimal disruption to daily operations.
• Oversee MEP systems (HVAC, refrigeration, smoke management, fire alarm, kitchen ventilation) and ensure timely system upgrades.
• Supervise civil works including flooring, ceilings, shelving, walls, tiling, and other interior enhancements.
• Coordinate authority compliance projects (e.g., Civil Defense, HSE, HACCP) to meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Prepare BOQs and verify final quantities for billing, certification, and cost control.
• Maintain and update asset registers and monitor asset lifecycle for proactive replacements.
• Monitor vendor and subcontractor performance, ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) and KPIs are met.
• Produce accurate and timely reports (weekly/monthly progress, asset condition, improvement plans, incident logs).
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Retail Ops, HSE, Procurement, FM & Project teams) to ensure smooth project execution.
• Ensure audit and compliance readiness, maintaining safety, hygiene, and operational standards across all projects.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 5+ years’ experience in facilities maintenance and fit-out project management, preferably in retail supermarkets.
• Solid knowledge of refrigeration troubleshooting & MEP systems.
• Strong reporting/documentation skills; CAFM knowledge is an advantage.
• Valid UAE driving license required.

If interested, please send your updated profile to: butool.ahmedi@ifmuae.net

with “FM Project Manager” in the subject line.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED18,000.00 - AED22,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Salary expectations (AED)
• Notice period (months)
• Current salary (AED)
• Valid UAE driving license

Experience:

• Facilities Management (Hard FM): 6 years (Required)
• Facilities maintenance : 6 years (Required)
• CAFM system: 4 years (Required)
• Refrigeration troubleshooting & MEP systems: 6 years (Required)

Location:

• Abu Dhabi (Required)