Specialist Facilities Management Design - Electrical
OVERVIEW
NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.
As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.
As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.
Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!
ROLE OVERVIEW
Working for the Facilities Management (FM) department of THE LINE, the Specialist Facilities Management Design review for Electrical systems shall report directly to the FM Design Director. They should possess experience in Electrical systems (Power, Light, lightning protection and earthing, Low voltage systems) to review designs from facility management (operability and maintainability) perspectives, covering all stages of all design packages.
They will collaborate across all levels and departments to provide design review expertise, operational readiness, and project management support, managing design review packages and process, responsible for contract management of external consultants and able to prepare FM requirements, scope of works and requests for proposals (RFP).
REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY
- Experience in design review for electrical systems from an FM perspective.
- Experience in Power distribution systems, UPS and backups lighting, lighting and control, Lightning protection systems, Low voltage systems and building services in general.
- Heavily engaged in the operational and maintenance aspects of the above Electrical systems and understanding concepts of operations.
- In-depth understanding of FM requirements as they relate to design.
- Ability to build and sustain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to lead and influence others to achieve desired outcomes.
ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES
Specialist FM Design for Electrical systems responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
FM design reviews:
- Lead the Design review team/consultants to conduct comprehensive FM reviews of all design packages throughout design stages.
- Conduct design reviews addressing FM aspects like accessibility, operability, maintainability and availability
- Proactively work with master planners and designers to identify and address FM design issues, facilitating efficient implementation and operational readiness.
- Provide technical expertise on Electrical systems
FM operational readiness:
- Assume a hands-on role in operational readiness, actively working with the FM Operations team to ensure designs incorporate operational efficiency and future maintenance requirements.
- To support the transition from design-centric tasks to operational tasks as necessary.
Compliance and Safety:
- Ensure all Electrical systems comply with relevant regulations and standards (BS, IEC, NEC, IBC, NFPA & Saudi Building Code)
- Conduct Safety in design during the review.
- Identify fire and life safety risks within the design solutions.
Reporting and Design management
- Prepare regular reports and presentations on the status of the design submissions and solutions
- Ensure strict adherence to delivery schedules and develop contingency recovery schedules, as and when required, demonstrating a capacity for proactive problem-solving and efficient project management.
- Actively contributes to the larger team and company goals, seeking opportunities to support and drive initiatives beyond the immediate remit of the design review process.
- Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and other communication materials tailored to stakeholder’s needs.
- Manage design packages and consultants.
- Analyze input from external stakeholders and manage their performance and quality of work.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of total experience.
- Experience in delivering multi-disciplinary projects (residential, commercial, industrial, sports, marine etc.).
- Have thorough knowledge of Power distribution systems, UPS and backups lighting, lighting and control, Lightning protection system, Low voltage systems.
- Extensive experience and understanding of operational and maintenance aspects and needs of the above Electrical systems and understanding concepts of operations.
- Excellent experience in design reviews.
- Up to date with the latest technologies and innovations that will impact the efficiency of operations and maintenance of the systems
- Fully conversant with regulations, codes, and standards for large scale regional and urban developments and preferred knowledge of local codes.
- In-depth understanding of FM requirements as they relate to design, with proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple design related tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent communicator (verbal and written) and a good command of English and ability to present confidently to small and large audiences.
- Proven ability to build professional relationships with colleagues and internal and external stakeholders, with interpersonal skills to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Fully computer literate, proficient in Microsoft Office applications with good knowledge of Microsoft Project, Primavera; familiarity with CAFM, AutoCAD and BIM are desirable.
- A team player, with team management capabilities to effectively manage and set up goals and objectives for personnel development.
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