Property Development & Facilities Specialist

To plan, design, supervise and manage civil works and mechanical building services across the Fund's property portfolio, ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery in compliance with statutory, quality, environmental and safety requirements. This is a Paterson Grade D1 position and reports to the Property Manager.

Job Summary

• Employer: Mining Industry Pension Fund
• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Harare, Zimbabwe
• Category: Engineering
• Closing Date: 2026-10-26

Key Responsibilities

• Develop project concepts, designs, specifications, drawings and Bills of Quantities; conduct feasibility studies and site investigations; and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company standards, local approvals and construction specifications.
• Manage construction projects from inception to completion, monitoring contractor performance and specification compliance.
• Support procurement and tender evaluations; prepare tender documents and technical specifications; verify claims, certify payments, manage variations and ensure contract compliance.
• Assess asset condition and develop maintenance and rehabilitation programmes. Supervise major repairs, renovations and refurbishments in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements and current property maintenance standards.
• Liaise with authorities, consultants and contractors; attend project meetings; and advise management on technical matters.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget while meeting quality and safety standards.
• Manage HVAC, lifts, generators, pumps, plumbing, water and fire-protection systems. Review and approve mechanical designs, ensuring installations comply with applicable standards and regulations.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules for approval, inspect equipment, and monitor performance.
• Ensure statutory inspections, certifications, and proper operation of fire, emergency, and life-safety systems.
• Prepare and manage annual maintenance budgets, forecasts and requisitions; prioritise planned maintenance; conduct portfolio-wide SHEQ inspections and audits; and train building caretakers on SHE standards.
• Monitor utility consumption and energy performance, identify cost-saving and energy-efficiency opportunities, and recommend sustainability improvements across the property portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering.
• Professional Engineer registration with the Engineering Council of Zimbabwe and membership of the Zimbabwe Institution of Engineers are preferred.
• At least five years' experience in construction, facilities management and maintenance, property development or project management.
• Proven experience in managing and delivering high-value projects.
• Experience in commercial, retail, residential, industrial or mixed-use developments, including sustainability projects.
• Strong technical, project, contract, and budget management skills.
• Sound knowledge of statutory, quality, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and reporting skills.
• Preventive maintenance planning.
• Ability to manage multiple sites and deliver against KPIs.
• Strong business acumen, budgeting and cost-control skills.
• Ability to implement projects with agility and efficiency.

How to Apply

Apply by email: hr@mipf.co.zw