Facility Manager

4 Quarters Consultants

Remote

Our client, a leading construction company based in VI, is currently seeking a Facility Manager to oversee their completed projects in Lagos. The Facility Manager ensures that buildings, grounds, and physical infrastructure are safe, functional, clean, and compliant with local regulations. This role coordinates technical services, vendor contracts, preventive maintenance, and emergency response across the facility.
Key Responsibilities

1. Facility Operations & Maintenance

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance: Develop and execute schedules for electrical, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, and backup power generators.
Asset Tracking: Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all facility assets, machinery, and equipment.
Repairs & Upgrades: Coordinate minor and major building renovations, space expansions, and equipment installations.

2. Vendor & Contractor Management

Procurement & Sourcing: Onboard and manage external service providers for cleaning, security, catering, waste management, pest control, and landscaping.
Service Level Agreements (SLAs): Negotiate contract terms, track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and audit vendor performance.
Invoice Verification: Review and approve vendor work orders and invoices before financial disbursement.

3. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Compliance

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure alignment with state and national authorities such as LASEPA (Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency) and LAWMA (Lagos Waste Management Authority), or equivalent regional bodies.
Safety Protocols: Enforce workplace safety rules, conduct routine risk assessments, and manage fire safety and evacuation drills.
Incident Response: Lead emergency preparedness and coordinate quick responses to facility failures or security breaches

Requirements

HND / Bachelor degree in Estate Management, Building or a related field.
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in facility, estate, or operations management.
Professional credentials like IFMA Nigeria (FMP, CFM, or SFP) are a strong advantage
Strong knowledge of Nigerian building systems and power backup setups (diesel generators, inverter systems)
Familiarity with HSE laws and local municipal guidelines
Proficiency in MS Office and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
Good negotiation, leadership, and crisis-management abilities.