We are looking for suitable profiles for the position of
Real Estate Maintenance Lead for the Bengaluru location.
Location: Mumbai
Roles And Responsibilities
Properties
- Market Analysis: Regularly analyse and investigate suitable sites for New Centres and monitor market trends, including rent pricing and economic growth.
- Networking: Build relationships with brokers to stay updated on real estate opportunities in target markets.
- Feasibility Studies: Perform site evaluations, assess business potential, competition, catchment areas, and financial viability for properties.
- Negotiation: Lead discussions and negotiations with builders, developers, property owners, and consultants to finalize property deals.
- Coordination: Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Projects, and Operations teams for property due diligence, contract finalization, and handover processes.
- Landlord Relations: Maintain relationships with landlords, manage renewals, expansions, and ongoing coordination.
Projects
- Project Management: Lead infrastructure projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope.
- Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams (Business Team, Academics, Operations, Health & Safety) for resource planning and project execution.
- Strategic Planning: Develop project plans, schedules, and roadmaps that align with business goals.
- Risk Management: Identify risks and mitigate issues to avoid delays or budget overruns.
- Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project status, risks, and milestones.
- Quality Assurance & Budget Management: Ensure projects meet performance standards, while effectively managing project budgets.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive process enhancements to improve project execution.
Facilities Management
- Facility Maintenance & Operations:
- Ensure proper upkeep of facilities, including classrooms, staff areas, and equipment.
- Develop preventive maintenance schedules for key systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire safety).
- Respond to maintenance issues raised by staff and escalate when necessary.
- Asset Management:
- Track and manage physical assets across centres, ensuring regular audits and necessary replacements.
- Implement asset tagging and tracking systems.
- Budgeting & Cost Control:
- Prepare and manage facility maintenance budgets, ensuring cost-effective operations.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors to ensure cost efficiency without compromising quality.
- Vendor & Contractor Management:
- Onboard and manage vendors for specialized services (e.g., plumbing, cleaning).
- Ensure timely renewal of maintenance contracts and adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).
- Compliance & Safety:
- Ensure facilities comply with regulatory standards for health, safety, fire, and sanitation.
- Conduct facility inspections and implement corrective actions as necessary.
- Documentation & Reporting:
- Maintain detailed logs of maintenance activities, breakdowns, and vendor engagements.
- Prepare regular reports for senior management on trends, budget utilization, and risks.
- Team Coordination & Training:
- Coordinate with housekeeping, security, and facility teams for seamless operations.
- Train staff on facility protocols and minor maintenance tasks.
Skills & Competencies Needed
- Strong negotiation skills for property acquisition and vendor management.
- Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
- In-depth knowledge of facility management, maintenance scheduling, and asset lifecycle management.
- Strong financial analysis skills for feasibility studies, budgeting, and cost control.
- Excellent communication skills to interact with internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance and safety standards, particularly in construction and childcare facilities.
Educational & Professional Requirements
- Engineering Graduate Projects & Facilities Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in Project Rollout, facility management; experience in preschool, day-care, education, or healthcare sector is a plus.
- Working knowledge of local regulatory norms for educational institutions.
Work Conditions
- Willingness to travel frequently across Centres.
- On-call availability for emergencies.
- Flexibility in working hours based on operational requirements.
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