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Tanweer Refai

Tanweer Refai

Amman

Summary

Results-driven Senior Facility Manager with over 10 years of experience in facilities management and soft services. Possesses strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities to address complex operational challenges. Highly adaptable and thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments. Expert in managing soft services, including landscaping, cleaning, and swimming pool maintenance, with a strong work ethic and a focus on operational excellence. Skilled in contract negotiation, process improvement, and leveraging industry trends to identify opportunities for growth and business expansion.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Facility Manager

EFS Facilities Services
01.2023 - Current

Philip Morris Investments/ISS Facilities Services:

  • Facility Operations & Maintenance: Oversee day-to-day operations, including managing systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) and ensuring preventive maintenance and timely repairs to minimize downtime.
  • Team Leadership & Development: Lead, train, and mentor facility management staff, ensuring high performance, safety, and adherence to operational standards.
  • Budget & Vendor Management: Develop and manage facility budgets, track expenditures, negotiate contracts with vendors, and ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs).
  • Health, Safety, Compliance & Strategic Planning: Ensure compliance with safety regulations, conduct regular inspections, and implement long-term strategies for operational efficiency, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

Facility Management Consultant

Freelancing
10.2018 - 12.2022
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their service needs and develop tailored service solution strategies.
  • Create fair and effective SLAs and KPIs, ensuring alignment with client and team expectations.
  • Develop comprehensive operations plans to maintain consistent service and consolidate data for a Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) system.
  • Manage a diverse FM team, handling people management tasks like appraisals, performance management, training, and ensuring accurate qualification and training records, while overseeing the contract budget.

General Manager

MAB Facilities Management
03.2017 - 03.2018
  • Overall Operations Management: Oversee day-to-day facility operations, ensuring efficient functioning of building systems and maintenance activities.
    Team Leadership and Development: Lead and manage the facility management team, including hiring, training, and performance management to ensure service excellence.
    Financial Management: Develop and manage budgets, control costs, and ensure financial goals are met while maintaining operational efficiency.
    Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring SLAs and KPIs are achieved, and addressing client needs and concerns effectively.

Operation Director

MAB Facilities Management
06.2013 - 02.2017

(SELECT LANDSCAPE LLC)

  • General oversight and direction of day-to-day operations for all divisions
  • Plans, organizes, maintains and manages the operations and reliability of the facilities
  • Supervises administrative services skilled and technical/support staff
  • Hires, evaluates, trains and disciplines and recommends dismissal of staff as necessary
  • Working with the operations team to ensure their monthly and seasonal responsibilities are being accomplished
  • Oversee training and certification activities

Branch Manager

First Finance PLC.
06.2011 - 05.2013
  • Continuously strengthen and manage client relationships while overseeing the portfolio.
  • Actively engage with the target market and introduce the company to potential customers.
  • Regularly meet with clients and maintain follow-up records with prospective customers.
  • Develop and execute strategies to achieve the branch’s target objectives.
  • Enhance customer service quality by consistently improving existing processes.
  • Supervise and provide direction for the daily operations across all divisions.

Branch Manager

Jordan Trade Facilities Company PLC.
07.2005 - 06.2011
  • Foster and strengthen client relationships while effectively managing the portfolio.
  • Prepare and review financial statements for the branch.
  • Lead and manage employees, overseeing daily operations and responsibilities.
  • Recruit, interview, and onboard new employees to build a strong team.
  • Support customer service efforts to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Drive business growth and focus on acquiring new customers.

Loan Officer

Ahli Microfinancing Company/ Jordan Ahli Bank
02.2004 - 05.2005
  • Evaluate creditworthiness, process loan applications, and determine financial eligibility, setting up payment plans based on applicable ratios and metrics.
    Justify loan decisions (approvals/rejections), report on them, and follow up with customers on overdue payments while maintaining accurate payment records.

Sales and Marketing Officer

K. Marei Est.
02.2002 - 01.2004

Develop and implement sales and marketing strategies to promote products or services, drive customer acquisition, and achieve revenue targets.

Education

MBA - Business

Arab Academy And Financial Sciences
Amman
07.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Irbid National University
Irbid
02.2002

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Team worker
  • Cost reduction strategies
  • Budget planning and development
  • Leadership and supervision
  • Effective communication

Languages

Arabic
Native language
English
Advanced
C1

Timeline

Senior Facility Manager

EFS Facilities Services
01.2023 - Current

Facility Management Consultant

Freelancing
10.2018 - 12.2022

General Manager

MAB Facilities Management
03.2017 - 03.2018

Operation Director

MAB Facilities Management
06.2013 - 02.2017

Branch Manager

First Finance PLC.
06.2011 - 05.2013

Branch Manager

Jordan Trade Facilities Company PLC.
07.2005 - 06.2011

Loan Officer

Ahli Microfinancing Company/ Jordan Ahli Bank
02.2004 - 05.2005

Sales and Marketing Officer

K. Marei Est.
02.2002 - 01.2004

MBA - Business

Arab Academy And Financial Sciences

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Irbid National University
Tanweer Refai