Facilities Manager – Commercial Real Estate Services at CBRE Excellerate, Sandton

Facilities Manager – Commercial Real Estate Services

CBRE Excellerate | Sandton, Gauteng | Permanent, Full-time

Division: CBRE Excellerate

Minimum Experience: Mid-Senior Level

Job Functional Area: Operations

Posted: 20 November 2025

Closing Date: 27 November 2025

The Opportunity

CBRE Excellerate, a market leader in commercial real estate services and investments, is seeking an accomplished and entrepreneurial Facilities Manager to lead the local delivery of Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) services for a key corporate client in Johannesburg.

This role requires a dedicated leader with a proven track record in profitable site management. You will serve as the primary on-site leader, ensuring timely and seamless service delivery, managing all aspects of the operational Facility Management team, and acting as a trusted partner and escalation point for the client. Join our global powerhouse and contribute to a culture that fosters professional growth and celebration of high performance.

Key Areas of Accountability (What You Will Be Doing)

I. Leadership and People Management

• Direct Leadership: Provide direct operational leadership to the on-site Facility Management team, creating an environment of accountability.

• Performance Management: Create and track employee performance goals and KPIs, drive and monitor employee training requirements, and manage all HR-related issues as an escalation point.

• Stakeholder Relations: Ensure smooth working relationships with all internal stakeholders (Finance, Procurement, QHSE) and external client enterprise teams.

II. Commercial, Contractual, and Financial Control

• Financial Accountability: Demonstrate full understanding and accountability for all key P&L (Profit & Loss) and KPI drivers.

• Contract Management: Maintain intimate understanding of all Client contractual requirements (SLAs and KPIs).

• Budgeting: Manage the site budget, perform monthly tracking, and actively support and drive client savings initiatives.

• Governance: Attend local and finance review calls, and ensure all Client statutory requirements are met.

III. Service Delivery and Operations

• Client Engagement: Serve as a trusted partner to the Client, ensuring regular formal meetings and managing all on-site requests proactively, knowledgably, and creatively.

• Supplier Management: Implement effective supplier management processes and support sourcing requirements.

• Compliance: Ensure full compliance with the OHS Act and other relevant statutory requirements.

• System Management: Oversee the management of CMMS, CFMS, and related service systems.

• Asset Management: Interpret maintenance plans, condition assessments, and manage the fixed asset lifecycle.

IV. Sales and Business Development

• Organic Growth: Partner with the client to identify and secure organic growth opportunities within the account.

• Business Cases: Develop and present compelling business cases for new initiatives.

• Working Groups: Participate in working groups for various business development requirements.

Minimum Requirements and Skills

Experience and Education

• A minimum of 3 years experience in Facilities Management and People Management, with a proven track record of managing successful and profitable client sites.

• A relevant Diploma or an NQF Level 5 or 6 Facilities Management Certificate.

• Proven Project Management skills and experience.

Technical Knowledge

• Full working knowledge of Integrated Facilities Management Services (IFM).

• Comprehensive understanding of commercial and financial business principles (P&L, EBITDA, GM, GL).

• Workable technical knowledge and ability to interpret Maintenance plans.

• Knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

• Knowledge of CMMS and CFMS.

Core Skills

• Financial/Numeracy Skills (Full understanding of financial principles).

• Business Writing Skills (emails and reports).

• Computer Literacy (Above average proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI).

• Leadership, Coaching, and Mentoring Skills.

• Expertise in Negotiation, Conflict Resolution, and Problem Solving.

• Strong Analytical Thinking and ability to interpret data trends.

Interface / Relationships:

This role requires strong collaboration with Internal Business Unit Leads, Finance Managers, Procurement, and QHSE, as well as direct, high-level engagement with Client Structures and Suppliers.