(Senior) Global Real Estate Management Specialist
Job Vacancy tendersglobal.net Friday, November 22, 2024
| Reference Number | 240770 |
|---|---|
| Position Level | IS 4/5 |
| Department | Corporate Services Department |
| Division | Institutional Services Division |
| Location | Asian Development Bank Headquarters |
| Date Posted | Friday, November 22, 2024 |
| Closing Date | Saturday, December 7, 2024 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT) |
Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you looking at having lasting impact on the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.
Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship
The positions are assigned in the Field Office Support Team under the Institutional Services Division (CSIS) within the Corporate Services Department (CSD).
The Senior Global Real Estate Management Specialist will be assigned in ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. The incumbent for the Senior Global Real Estate Management Specialist will report to the Director, CSIS and will supervise National Staff, and Administrative Staff.
The Global Real Estate Management Specialist will be outposted in Thailand Resident Mission (TRM) supporting a portfolio of ADB Field Offices. The incumbent will initially be based in ADB Headquarters in Manila for 1 year before being outposted to TRM. The incumbent for the Global Real Estate Management Specialist will report to the Director CSIS and will have matrix reporting to Country Director, TRM. The incumbent will supervise National Staff and Administrative Staff.
Position title upon appointment is Real Estate Management Specialist / Senior Real Estate Management Specialist.
Your Role
As Global Real Estate Management Specialist/Senior Global Real Estate Management Specialist, you will coordinate the delivery of identified services and functions to ADB field offices. You will provide technical and procedural guidance to the Field Offices to ensure management of ADB’s global real estate portfolio within a framework of broad policies and internal controls.
You will:
- Oversee the pipeline preparation and management of major facility projects for the global field office portfolio, which includes strategic and operational work plans, and management of both financial and human resources.
- Work directly with the ADB field offices to oversee and manage projects related life-cycle facilities management of the portfolio; and capital expenditure projects including expansion, refurbishment, relocation, and construction, of Field Offices.
- Provide technical advice and implementation support to Field Offices on matters of facilities management, including Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ), sustainability, and workplace wellness.
- Produce business case and documents for management approval.
- Oversee the team in coordinating project resources in collaboration with stakeholders, including the engagement and management of third-party vendors for outsourced services, inclusive of ensuring appropriate functional terms in contracts, and monitoring and reviews of their performance and milestone activities following ADB procedures.
- Lead the review of the team’s project progress to ensure that the implementation phase is achieved within the budget estimates.
- Oversee the performance of reporting personnel, providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned and reflected in the incumbent’s workplan.
Qualifications
You will need:
- Master’s degree in project management, construction management, civil engineering, building science, architecture, business administration or equivalent; or University degree in related fields and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered.
- At least 8 years relevant work experience.
- Professional certifications in project management, corporate real estate, LEED, workplace wellness and facility management are desirable.
- International experience working in several countries in planning and managing multiple facilities infrastructure projects that involve understanding architectural design concepts, construction, mechanical or design engineering, sustainability principles, building systems and equipment as applied to comprehensive construction, facility, and renovation projects.
- Knowledge of best practices in workplace strategy and planning, activity-based working, working environments, space use for cost-effective commercial real estate solutions, and adapt to new trends and industry innovations. Work creatively and independently and handles pressure across multiple tasks
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English is required, with strong presentation abilities in both technical and business matters.
- Ability to liaise with all types of internal and external clients, and to manage both staff and outsources agency personnel in project management and related fields.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and interpersonal skills developed in a multicultural business environment.
- Please refer to the links for ADB Competency Framework for International Staff levels 4 and 5.
Benefits
ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB’s standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
- Paid leave (including parental)
- Medical and health benefits
- Life and other insurance plans
- Staff development
- Retirement plan
- Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
- Expatriate benefits (for international staff)
Additional Information
ADB will be rolling-out a new job grading structure on 1 January 2025, which may result in a change of the position grade and title with no change in the terms of reference. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge and accept all changes resulting from the new job grading structure.
Multiple positions at various levels may be filled from this opening.
Actual position title and level will be based on your qualifications, experience and job scope that will be assigned to the selected candidates.
Location – Initial appointment to ADB Headquarters, Manila, Philippines. Some positions may be outposted or strategically assigned in a Field Office.
About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under its Strategy 2030.
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