Facility Manager
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Facilities/Administration
Reports To: Management/Head of Administration
Industry: Real Estate / Construction
About the Role
- We are seeking a competent, proactive, and experienced Facility Manager to oversee the efficient management, maintenance, safety, and day-to-day operations of the Company's facilities and properties.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that facilities, building systems, equipment, utilities, and common areas are properly maintained, safe, functional, and fit for purpose.
- The role will also involve coordinating vendors, contractors, service providers, maintenance teams, and other stakeholders to ensure that facility-related activities are delivered efficiently and cost-effectively.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and general management of the Company's facilities and properties.
- Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans for buildings, equipment, electrical systems, plumbing, air-conditioning systems, generators, water systems, elevators, fire safety systems, and other facility infrastructure.
- Conduct regular inspections of facilities to identify maintenance issues, safety hazards, defects, and areas requiring improvement.
- Coordinate repairs, maintenance, renovations, installations, and facility improvement projects.
- Supervise facility maintenance personnel, technicians, cleaners, security personnel, and other service providers where applicable.
- Coordinate and monitor external contractors, vendors, artisans, and service providers to ensure quality and timely delivery of services.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment, warranties, service contracts, inspections, and facility assets.
- Monitor utility consumption, including electricity, water, fuel, and other facility-related resources, and recommend measures for cost efficiency.
- Ensure that facilities comply with applicable health, safety, environmental, fire, and other regulatory requirements.
- Develop and implement emergency response and business continuity procedures relating to facility operations.
- Monitor facility-related expenses and assist in preparing and managing maintenance and operational budgets.
- Obtain and evaluate quotations from vendors and contractors and make recommendations based on quality, cost, and service requirements.
- Ensure that maintenance materials, tools, equipment, and spare parts are properly managed and available when required.
- Respond promptly to facility emergencies, breakdowns, complaints, and urgent maintenance requirements.
- Maintain a preventive maintenance schedule and ensure that scheduled maintenance is carried out on time.
- Liaise with Management, HR, Finance, Security, Procurement, and other departments on facility-related matters.
- Ensure that the Company's facilities are clean, secure, functional, presentable, and maintained to the required standard.
- Prepare periodic facility management reports, including maintenance activities, incidents, outstanding repairs, expenses, and recommendations.
- Identify opportunities to improve facility efficiency, reduce operational costs, and extend the useful life of Company assets.
- Perform other facility-related duties as may be assigned by Management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or HND in Facility Management, Estate Management, Engineering, Building Technology, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in facility management, property management, building operations, maintenance, or a related field.
- Professional certification in Facility Management, Project Management, Health & Safety, or a related field will be an added advantage.
Experience:
- Experience managing contractors, vendors, maintenance personnel, and service providers.
- Practical knowledge of building maintenance, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, generators, water systems, and other building services.
- Good understanding of occupational health and safety, fire safety, emergency procedures, and facility compliance requirements.
- Experience with maintenance planning, budgeting, procurement, and vendor management.
Required Skills and Competencies:
The ideal candidate should possess:
- Strong facility and maintenance management skills.
- Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to supervise and coordinate technical and non-technical personnel.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify potential facility risks.
- Ability to manage multiple maintenance activities and priorities simultaneously.
- Good negotiation and vendor-management skills.
- Ability to prepare clear reports and maintain accurate records.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgement.
- High level of integrity, accountability, professionalism, and reliability.
- Ability to respond effectively to emergencies and urgent operational situations.
What We Offer
- A professional and dynamic working environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to the effective management and improvement of Company facilities.
- Career growth and professional development opportunities.
- Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications.
Application Closing Date
30th November, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: careers@vavaprojects.com using "Facility Manager" as the subject of the mail.