Asset Strategist

Brisbane based MBM is a national independent Australian owned property consultancy providing Quantity Surveying, Building Consultancy, Tax & Asset Services, PPP Advisory, Infrastructure, Facilities Management Advisory and Expert Witness services.

MBM seeks a dynamic and experienced Asset Strategist to join the Brisbane team. This role supports delivery of comprehensive property consultancy services, contributing to continued growth and success.

Background:

The Advisory unit brings extensive experience in facilities and asset management across new developments and existing infrastructure projects. Service offerings include Strategic contracting and procurement for FM and asset management services, Development of asset management strategies, frameworks and operational plans, Lifecycle cost analysis and financial modelling, Benchmarking FM and asset performance and maturity assessments/performance audits, Reviews of facilities management and asset maintenance service delivery, Technical advisory services for social infrastructure PPPs such as schools, hospitals, and housing, Comprehensive due diligence reporting.

MBM has partnered with government agencies and private organisations across various property types and asset classes including education, health, aged care, justice, housing, events, civic (local government), defence, aviation, transport, and sport and recreation.

A forward-thinking, seasoned Executive Advisor joins the established Brisbane team to deliver high-value asset advisory services and drive MBM's continued growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and report on asset and facilities management delivery models, identifying key strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and risks.
• Benchmark FM and asset management practices against industry standards (e.g. ISO 55000, ISO 41000).
• Review lifecycle and whole-of-life cost models.
• Deliver due diligence reports for asset and FM services within PPP frameworks.
• Advise on building maintenance strategies, including reactive and preventative maintenance, minor capital works, and lifecycle replacement programs.

Skill Requirements:

• Guide clients through transitions into and out of FM/AM delivery models and service provider arrangements.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to prepare comprehensive procurement and contracting documentation (e.g. service specifications, KPIs).
• Lead and facilitate stakeholder workshops and presentations.
• Produce structured reports aligned to MBM standards, including feasibility analyses, peer review assessments, service delivery evaluations, business case development, procurement scopes, bid reviews, and performance management frameworks.

Contract Administration:

• Deliver evaluation reports for operational planning documents, including mobilisation and readiness plans, asset management strategies, contract delivery frameworks, monitoring and performance review systems, soft services management plans.
• Prepare reports that assess FM and asset systems in terms of performance, risk, and improvement opportunities.
• Advise clients on all aspects of FM/AM contract administration, from transition and performance review through to audit processes and contract amendments.

Professional Expectations:

Timely and accurate completion of timesheets, Adherence to occupational health & safety and anti-discrimination policies, Support for general office operations as required, Commitment to core values: precision, integrity, and reliability, Active participation in industry events to foster professional networks.

Qualifications:

An established team leader able to demonstrate strong technical skills and the ability to manage multiple engagements profitability. Should have the ability to coach and mentor junior staff, delegate effectively and provide high levels of confidence to clients and management. Should have a growing professional network and an emerging business development capability with the ability to win new and repeat work. Should be able to win and/or manage revenues of more than $500,000 per annum. Capabilities in and exposure to business processes, organisation development and structures and the delivery of asset management and FM services either in the public or private sector. Experience of implementation or working with recognised appropriate international standards such as ISO55000 or ISO41000.