Assistant General Manager - Facility(SME Mech)

**Job Description** **Subject Matter Expert (Mechanical) – Senior Manager** **Function :** Facility Management **Reporting To :** Head – Property Management (PAN India Projects) **Location :** Mumbai PAN **Area of Operation** : PAN India **Role Purpose** The Subject Matter Expert (Mechanical) at Senior Manager is responsible for **providing expert guidance on design reviews, technical problem\-solving, system optimization, life cycle planning, and compliance** related to critical mechanical and utility equipment within the Facility Management portfolio. The incumbent will support operations teams and leadership by ensuring **high reliability, energy efficiency, safety, and cost optimization** of all mechanical systems. **Key Responsibilities** * Technical Leadership \& Advisory * Act as the central mechanical SME for all facility\-related mechanical systems across portfolios (commercial, residential, retail, mixed\-use, etc.). * Provide expert technical advice on complex operational issues, system failures, chronic defects, and performance gaps. * Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for major breakdowns and recommend permanent corrective actions. * Develop and standardize engineering philosophies, SOPs, and best practices across sites. * Design Review \& Engineering Support * Review and validate MEP designs, schematics, BOQs, specifications, and layouts during design and retrofit stages. * Provide value engineering inputs for: + HVAC systems (Air\-cooled / Water\-cooled chillers, VRF, AHUs) + Diesel Generator systems + Fire\-fighting and fire alarm systems + Plumbing, water distribution, and STPs + Pumping systems and hydro\-pneumatic systems * Ensure designs comply with IS/NBC standards, local statutory norms, fire authority approvals, and sustainability goals. * Support capex planning, asset selection, and technology evaluation for new projects and refurbishments. * Equipment \& System Expertise **Provide Technical Oversight And Guidance On The Following Systems** * HVAC Systems + Chillers (centrifugal, screw, scroll) + AHUs, FCUs, cooling towers, refrigeration systems + Energy optimization, load calculations, retrofits * Diesel Generator Systems + DG capacity planning, synchronization, fuel efficiency + AMF/ATS panels, emissions compliance, uptime optimization * Fire \& Life Safety + Fire\-fighting pumps (hydrant, sprinkler, jockey) + Fire alarm and detection systems + Diesel Driven Fire pump * Water \& Wastewater Systems + Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) – MBBR, SBR, MBR + Domestic water pumps and distribution networks + Hydro\-pneumatic systems + Water quality, reuse, and zero\-liquid\-discharge strategies + Drain System + Water Treatment System * Operational Excellence * Drive preventive, predictive, and condition\-based maintenance strategies. * Define and monitor KPIs, uptime benchmarks, reliability indices, and energy performance metrics. * Guide site teams on shutdown planning, critical changeovers, risk mitigation, and redundancy planning. * Support audits related to ISO, EMS, safety, and statutory compliance. * Technically evaluate OEMs, system integrators, and service providers. * Engage with consultants, auditors, and vendors * Mentor and upskill internal FM teams through technical training and workshops * Energy Management \& Sustainability * Identify opportunities for energy conservation, water savings, and carbon reduction. * Recommend advanced technologies such as: + High\-efficiency chillers + VFDs, smart controls, BMS integration + Water reuse and optimization initiatives * Support green certifications and ESG goals (LEED, IGBC, GRIHA, etc.). * Strategic \& Management Responsibilities * Support leadership in asset condition assessments, lifecycle cost analysis, and long\-term FM strategy. * Prepare technical reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management. * Contribute to standardization and digitization initiatives across FM operations. **Qualifications \& Experience** * Educational Qualification + B.E. / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering * Experience + 15–20\+ years of experience in facility management, MEP design, or real estate operations + Exposure to large multi\-building portfolios preferred