GSC MEA REAL Estate Director

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• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance footprint efficiency and business operations.

• Provide periodic Updates to Global leaders & cluster management on Related topics & High-profile Initiatives, Highlights, lowlights & Risks.

• Manage high-priority projects, at New & ongoing sites including industrial, warehouses & commercial offices.

• Ensure all Facilities are aligned with SE global requirements on sustainability & Green Building Initiatives.

• Prepare & present executive summary for new Initiatives including forecasted spend, Opex, Capex. present recommendations & general project planning.

• Establish and enforce Global Standard Operating Policies and Procedures (SOPPs) to ensure compliance, efficiency, and service excellence.

• Maintain, update, and keep current the company's central repository for real estate agreements and financial commitments.

• selecting real estate brokers to represent the company in lease negotiations. Manage the activities of the real estate brokers selected.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement, ensuring seamless execution of daily operations.

• Oversee MEA zone spend & budgeting process, ensuring financial control and proactive issue resolution.

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to Real Estate & IFM teams, fostering a high-performance culture.

• Monitor and analyze performance metrics at both departmental and individual levels, ensuring continuous improvement.

• Assists in developing annual operating and capital budget projections for real estate and facility projects. Identifies opportunities for cost reduction, containment, or avoidance.

• Maintain familiarity with related quality processes and procedures. Submit recommendations for updates or revisions as needed.

Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Architecture or equivalent experience.

• Typically requires 15 or more years of previous related experience.

• Previous facility management and real estate negotiation/transaction experience required.

• More than 10 years of experience in corporate real estate management role, or operational leadership.

• Strong expertise in process optimization, strategic planning, and MIS-driven performance management.

Software Proficiency:

• AutoCAD

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Strong knowledge of Management Information Systems (MIS) and data analytics tools.

• Experience with project management tools and systems integration frameworks.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic planning and operational execution.

• Process improvement and performance optimization.

• Financial management and resource allocation.

• Leadership, mentoring, and team development.

• Risk assessment, compliance, and regulatory alignment.

• Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written).

• Proficiency in French is plus.

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent organizational, communications and computer skills.

• Proficient in managing multiple tasks, flexible in accepting additional responsibilities, and adept in exercising discretion, and setting priorities.

• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work with various levels of personnel within the organization in a professional and effective manner.

• Ability to obtain a working knowledge of the Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management System. Strong leadership skills with a passion for driving change and innovation.

• Ability to implement innovative workplace solutions and enhance employee experience.

Schedule: Full-time
Req: 0099YU