Project Associate Engineer – Hotel Asset Management

Headquartered in Dubai, UAE, The First Group is a dynamic, integrated global property developer with a fast-growing portfolio of upscale hotels, residential properties, F&B brands and real estate asset management services. Since our launch in 2005, we have carved a highly successful niche offering unrivalled property investment opportunities in high-growth markets to clients from more than 70 countries worldwide.

We were among the first developers to identify the tremendous potential in providing private investors the opportunity to purchase hotel guestrooms, suites and serviced apartments in our collection of upscale properties located in highly popular locations across Dubai. We back up our success with a list of International Property awards along with strategic partnerships with companies such as Wyndham Hotel group, Millennium Hotels, Emirates Airlines and Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts.

To successful candidates, we offer a diverse progressive corporate working environment with clear growth potential along with award winning sales & marketing tools, a state of the art showroom featuring Dubai’s only virtual helicopter tour and endorsements from a number of international sporting celebrities.

The Associate Engineer – Hotel Asset Management is responsible for creating value by ensuring the portfolio's condition is of the highest standards and assets are fully functional. The candidate acts as an Owner Rep and will support the asset management department in developing, implementing, and ongoing support of a best-in-class asset assessment model for all TFG physical assets. The candidate will have previous experience in engineering and asset management-related fields and will have a strong interest in facility condition assessment, risk-based prioritization, asset management plan development, and optimizing the performance of critical infrastructure.  

Responsiblilites:

• Execute the projects assigned in accordance with the company's processes and procedures
• Interface with the asset management team and hotel engineering team to ensure investors' interests are being met
• Develop and implement a project execution plan
• Develop and automate methodologies and processes to assess and optimize asset performance, including developing new tools and using existing platforms.
• Support asset managers with internal and external reporting obligations.
• Standardize and maintain technical information on all assets to support various asset management activities.
• Prepare periodic quality reports on physical assets.
• Undertake periodic site visits at properties during the commissioning and operational phase.
• Contribute towards maintaining updated asset management plans.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders and Asset Managers to assess systems or installation failures.
• Cooperate and communicate effectively with the properties Engineering team and other project participants to ensure the well-being of the assets.
• Perform overall quality control of the work and regularly report on project status.
• Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards, and specifications.
• Prepare, schedule, coordinate, and monitor the assigned engineering projects.
• Provide asset management technical subject matter expertise on projects. Perform data analysis and calculations and develop technical reports.

• Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical engineering or a related field.
• Background in electromechanical. 
• Previous experience in FM and engineering (not construction).
• Strong understanding of building systems, maintenance, and infrastructure, including HVAC, plumbing, energy systems, and structural components.
• 5 years’ experience with hospitality projects, with a strong track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and report significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Impeccable written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of construction industry regulations and best practices.