Facilities Portfolio Manager Job Description UAE 2025
A Facilities Portfolio Manager in UAE earns between AED 240,000 and AED 420,000 per year. The role manages a multi-site property and facilities portfolio of 10 or more locations, ensuring operational performance, lease compliance, and capital programme delivery. IWFM membership and 10 to 15 years of FM experience are required.
The Facilities Portfolio Manager role in UAE operates under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) regulates all mainland employment contracts.
All employment contracts in UAE must comply with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Mainland UAE roles require Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) approved contracts. End-of-service gratuity is 21 days per year for the first 5 years and 30 days per year thereafter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Facilities Portfolio Manager earn in UAE?
A Facilities Portfolio Manager in UAE earns AED 240,000–420,000 per year. Roles in Abu Dhabi government-linked organisations and large multinational corporations pay at the upper end. Free zone and private sector roles pay at the lower to mid range.
What experience does a Facilities Portfolio Manager need in UAE?
UAE employers require 10–15 years of relevant experience for Facilities Portfolio Manager positions. Candidates with professional qualifications and UAE or GCC market experience are preferred.
How does RFS recruit Facilities Portfolio Managers?
RFS sources Facilities Portfolio Manager candidates from its UAE facilities management network. A shortlist of 3 to 5 pre-screened candidates is delivered within 48 to 72 hours. The retained search fee is 15 to 18 percent of first-year total compensation.
What a Facilities Portfolio Manager does in UAE
A Facilities Portfolio Manager in UAE manages the FM strategy and performance for a large multi-asset real estate portfolio, overseeing asset lifecycle, service charge management, FM contractor governance, and regulatory compliance across diverse property types including commercial, retail, and residential assets in UAE.
Key responsibilities
- Manage FM strategy and performance across a multi-asset UAE property portfolio
- Own portfolio-level FM budgets including service charges, maintenance OPEX, and capex
- Govern FM service contracts and IFM partner performance across the portfolio
- Lead asset lifecycle planning including major repairs, plant replacement, and refurbishment
- Ensure compliance with UAE Civil Defence, municipality, and RERA service charge regulations across all assets
- Implement and manage the portfolio CAFM system for work orders and PPM
- Produce portfolio FM performance reporting including KPIs, cost analysis, and risk register
- Manage owner association relationships and RERA service charge audits for Dubai strata assets
- Lead FM due diligence on property acquisitions and disposals
- Present portfolio FM performance and investment recommendations to the asset management team
Qualifications required
- Bachelor degree in facilities management, property, or engineering
- MRICS or IFMA CFM qualification preferred
- 8 to 14 years FM experience with at least 3 years managing a UAE property portfolio
- Deep knowledge of UAE Civil Defence, RERA service charge law, and DLP (Defects Liability Period) requirements
- CAFM system management experience across large UAE property portfolios
- Arabic language skills preferred for UAE authority, owner association, and tenant management
- Experience managing FM for UAE retail, commercial, and residential mixed-use assets
- UAE driving licence required for multi-site portfolio management
Facilities Portfolio Manager salary by employer type in UAE
| Employer type | Annual salary (AED) |
|---|---|
| Large UAE developer or REIT (Emaar, Wasl, Nakheel, Aldar) | 320,000–560,000 |
| Property fund or sovereign wealth real estate UAE | 300,000–540,000 |
| IFM provider or property management company UAE | 260,000–480,000 |
| Corporate real estate portfolio or family office UAE | 280,000–500,000 |
Contract terms for this role in UAE
Facilities Portfolio Manager roles carry a 60 day notice period. Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 applies to your end-of-service gratuity at 21 days basic salary per year for the first five years.
Hire a Facilities Portfolio Manager in UAE or Saudi Arabia
RFS delivers a shortlist in 48 to 72 hours. Retained search fee: 15 to 18 percent of first-year total compensation. 6-month replacement guarantee.
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Salary Range (AED/month)
AED 10,000 – 45,000 (varies by role)
Tax-free. Source: Michael Page UAE 2026, Indeed UAE 2025
Industry
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Required Certifications (UAE Market)
STCW certification mandatory for seagoing roles. MARPOL compliance knowledge. Class society approvals (Lloyd’s/DNV) for engineering roles.
UAE-Specific Regulatory Skills
UAE Maritime Law (Federal Law No. 26 of 1981), Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA) licensing, Port Authority regulations (DP World/ADPC), International Maritime Organization (IMO) conventions.
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