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Role: Assistant Commercial Manager Location: Swindon Salary: 41k - 44k + car / car allowance We are working with a leading facilities management company who are seeking an experienced Assistant Commercial Manager on their blue light contract. This is a key role within the commercial team, working closely with operational and finance colleagues to ensure robust cost control, compliance, and commercial performance across both Hard and Soft services. You will support the commercial management of a long-term PFI contract based in Swindon. Responsibilities: Support the Commercial Manager in the day-to-day commercial management of the PFI contract Assist with cost management, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting Manage and administer variations, change control, and compensation events in line with PFI contractual mechanisms Monitor performance against KPIs, payment mechanisms, and lifecycle obligations Assist with subcontractor management, including valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts Ensure commercial compliance with contract terms, governance requirements, and company procedures Support audits, benchmarking exercises, and client reporting Work collaboratively with operational teams across both Hard and Soft FM services Essential Qualifications: Proven experience working on PFI contracts Strong understanding of Facilities Management, covering both Hard and Soft services Experience in a commercial or quantity surveying role within FM Knowledge of payment mechanisms, change control, and lifecycle cost management Strong analytical, numerical, and reporting skills Ability to communicate effectively with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders Degree or qualification in Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline Working knowledge of NEC, bespoke PFI contracts, or long-term service agreement

The Senior Estates Manager will oversee the management and maintenance of facilities within a multi-building healthcare estate, ensuring compliance and efficiency. This role in Louth, is initially on an 18 month fixed-term-contract, with a strong possibility of an ongoing permanent role, and requires a strong background in facilities management and a focus on delivering excellent service. Client Details This organisation operates within the real estate and property services sector and is responsible for managing and maintaining a portfolio of healthcare properties. It offers opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects impacting local communities in the Louth area. Description The Senior Estates Manager will: Lead the delivery of facilities management services across the properties. Oversee maintenance schedules and respond to urgent repair needs. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and statutory requirements. Manage budgets effectively, ensuring value for money in all operations. Have team direct management repsonsibility for an Estates Coordinator. Manage capital projects and service contracts. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and meet their facilities requirements. Monitor and report on the performance of service contracts and suppliers. Contribute to the development of long-term strategies for property management. Support sustainability initiatives within the facilities management department. Profile A successful Senior Estates Manager should have: Experience in managing facilities in large or complex estates. A positive 'can-do' attitude, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of compliance, health and safety, and statutory regulations. Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver cost-effective solutions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience in contract management and supplier performance monitoring. A background in hard facilities management in the real estate and property sector. A qualification such as IWFM Level 4, IOSH or NEBOSH (desirable). Job Offer The role of Senior Estates Manager benefits from: Competitive salary ranging from 50,000 to 55,000 per annum. Car allowance of 3000 annually. Bonus scheme (up to 10%). Some Hybrid working (minimum 3 days on site). Access to a pension scheme. Fixed-term contract with potential opportunities for growth and development. The chance to work on meaningful projects. If you are ready to take the next step in your facilities management career, apply today for the Louth-based Senior Estates Manager role!

The Senior Estates Manager will oversee the management and maintenance of facilities within a multi-building healthcare estate, ensuring compliance and efficiency. This role in Louth, is initially on an 18 month fixed-term-contract, with a strong possibility of an ongoing permanent role, and requires a strong background in facilities management and a focus on delivering excellent service. Client Details This organisation operates within the real estate and property services sector and is responsible for managing and maintaining a portfolio of healthcare properties. It offers opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects impacting local communities in the Louth area. Description The Senior Estates Manager will: Lead the delivery of facilities management services across the properties. Oversee maintenance schedules and respond to urgent repair needs. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and statutory requirements. Manage budgets effectively, ensuring value for money in all operations. Have team direct management repsonsibility for an Estates Coordinator. Manage capital projects and service contracts. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and meet their facilities requirements. Monitor and report on the performance of service contracts and suppliers. Contribute to the development of long-term strategies for property management. Support sustainability initiatives within the facilities management department. Profile A successful Senior Estates Manager should have: Experience in managing facilities in large or complex estates. A positive 'can-do' attitude, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of compliance, health and safety, and statutory regulations. Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver cost-effective solutions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience in contract management and supplier performance monitoring. A background in hard facilities management in the real estate and property sector. A qualification such as IWFM Level 4, IOSH or NEBOSH (desirable). Job Offer The role of Senior Estates Manager benefits from: Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £55,000 per annum. Car allowance of £3000 annually. Bonus scheme (up to 10%). Some Hybrid working (minimum 3 days on site). Access to a pension scheme. Fixed-term contract with potential opportunities for growth and development. The chance to work on meaningful projects. If you are ready to take the next step in your facilities management career, apply today for the Louth-based Senior Estates Manager role!

Job Title: Account Manager (Hard FM) Location: Midlands (with UK travel) Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 + £5k Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits Contract: Full-time, Permanent Role Purpose We are recruiting an experienced Account Manager to lead a multi-site Hard FM contract. This is a senior leadership role with full P&L ownership of a £3-4m contract. The contract requires stabilisation, improved reporting, strengthened compliance and long-term growth. The Account Manager will operate as the senior escalation point across multiple UK sites and drive operational and commercial performance. Key Responsibilities Full P&L ownership and financial accountability. Lead Hard FM delivery including PPM, reactive maintenance, M&E compliance and small works. Ensure statutory compliance, governance and H&S standards are met. Act as senior escalation point across sites. Manage and develop site teams. Drive operational improvement, reporting accuracy and service performance. Build strong client relationships within a demanding public-sector framework. Identify opportunities for contract growth and service development. Work collaboratively with a central projects team delivering capital works. Key Requirements Proven experience as an Account Manager or Senior FM Leader within Hard FM. Background within an FM provider. Experience managing P&L and commercial performance. Strong compliance and H&S knowledge within regulated environments. Comfortable operating within life sciences, laboratory or manufacturing settings. Willingness to travel nationally. Enhanced DBS required. Desirable Experience Technical (electrical/mechanical) background. NEBOSH or IOSH qualification. Experience managing public sector contracts. Experience turning around or improving underperforming contracts. Apply today or email (url removed) for further details.

Educational Institution are hiring for a Senior Facilities Manager Your new company You will be joining a prestigious, high profile educational and cultural institution based in central London. The organisation operates in a vibrant, public facing environment with multiple buildings, busy footfall, and a year round schedule of events, performances, and community activity. With a strong commitment to excellence, safety, and an exceptional user experience, the organisation places its Estates team at the heart of its operations. You'll be part of a dedicated professional community that supports students, staff, and thousands of visitors each year. Your new role As Senior Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth day to day running of all operational estates services across several sites. Reporting into the Director of Finance, you will manage a broad remit including building maintenance, security, soft services, health & safety, and contractor management.You will lead operational teams, set clear priorities, and ensure exceptional service delivery across the estate. Key responsibilities include: Delivering the Estates strategy and overseeing all operational activity. Managing hard and soft service providers, ensuring SLA and KPI performance and driving continuous improvement. Overseeing all security operations-including access control, key management, CCTV, and out of hours incident response. Working closely with the Health & Safety Manager to ensure compliance and robust risk management. Managing contracts across mechanical, electrical, fire services and other critical building systems. Maintaining asset registers and operational documentation. Leading and monitoring project work within the Estates remit. Overseeing budgets, procurement processes, and ensuring value for money across all external contracts. This is a fast paced, varied role that requires confidence, resilience, and the ability to make rapid decisions that impact the whole organisation. What you'll need to succeed Essential: Significant experience in Estates or Facilities Management, ideally in a public facing environment. Strong leadership skills with proven experience managing large, multi disciplinary teams. Excellent communication, organisation, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Experience managing contractors, suppliers, and outsourced teams. Ability to prioritise, make quick decisions, and take ownership of issues from start to finish. Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel. Strong technical understanding of building operations and maintenance. A customer focused approach with the ability to work effectively with people at all levels. A good general education, including GCSE Maths and English (A-C or equivalent). Health & Safety knowledge (IOSH/NEBOSH desirable). IWFM or degree level FM qualification (desirable). Desirable: Listed building knowledge Maintenance experience Experience in Higher Education or performing arts venues Procurement and change management experience AutoCAD LT skills Knowledge of framework procurement (e.g., LUPC) What you'll get in return You will join a respected and genuinely inspiring organisation where your work directly contributes to the experience of students, staff, and the wider public. You'll have the opportunity to lead an engaged team, shape the future of the facilities function, and take ownership of meaningful operational and project work.Alongside a competitive salary and benefits package, you will benefit from: A collaborative, supportive working culture Opportunities for professional development Exposure to unique and dynamic estates challenges The chance to work in a vibrant environment that hosts hundreds of public events each year This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced facilities professional looking to make a real impact in a high profile London setting. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Job Title: Technical Services Manager (Electrical) Location: Leiston, Suffolk Salary: £67,000 + benefits Contract: Full-time Permanent We are recruiting for an experienced Technical Services Managerto lead Hard FM maintenance operations across a high-profile, safety-critical site in Suffolk. This is a senior leadership role responsible for delivering technical excellence, compliance, and commercial performance across a complex engineering environment. The Role As Technical Services Manager, you will: Lead and manage multi-disciplinary engineering teams delivering Hard FM services Ensure full statutory compliance and adherence to safety regulations Hold responsibility for KPI and SLA performance Manage budgets, revenue and gross margin performance Oversee PPM, reactive and lifecycle maintenance delivery Conduct regular site audits and technical reviews Develop strong client relationships and act as senior site representative Drive continuous improvement, innovation and service excellence Manage supply chain partners and subcontractors Lead mobilisation and operational change where required This role requires a visible, hands-on leader who can combine technical authority with commercial awareness. What We're Looking For Essential: Proven experience leading a technical facilities maintenance team on a single contract Strong Hard FM background (M&E / Building Services) HV/LV Authorised Person Minimum Level 3 Electrical qualification Experience delivering against KPIs and SLAs Strong understanding of statutory compliance Budget and financial management experience Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation Desirable: Experience within regulated or critical environments Experience mobilising contracts CAFM system experience IOSH / NEBOSH Package Salary up to £67,000 depending on experience 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service) Pension scheme Life assurance Private medical (after qualifying period) Flexible benefits package Employee wellbeing support Career development opportunities This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation delivering technical excellence within a highly regulated environment. Apply today or email (url removed) for further details

Job Title: PFI Facilities Manager Location: Leeds (with travel across client sites) Salary: £40,000 + mileage (45p per mile) Contract: Full-time, Permanent - 37.5 hours per week Job Introduction We are recruiting a Facilities Manager to oversee Facilities Management services across a small portfolio of school sites in West Yorkshire. This role is within an established FM contract, offering immediate responsibility and long-term stability. You will act as the single point of contact for your allocated sites, taking full ownership of service delivery across hard and soft FM services. This role is well suited to an experienced Facilities Manager who enjoys a visible, site-based role and strong client interaction. Key deliverables Deliver FM services in line with contractual output specifications, minimising penalty deductions Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction, measured via surveys and stakeholder feedback Manage services within agreed budgets, supporting the Contract Manager as required Ensure productivity of cleaning teams in line with BICS guidance and achieve strong audit outcomes Deliver small works on time and within budget Take ownership of grounds maintenance performance through audits and effective team management Develop and embed effective processes and procedures to support service excellence Demonstrate a strong commitment to behavioural safety and an accident-free culture Participate in an on-call rota, with availability to attend site as required Key responsibilities Provide direct line management to on-site caretaking, cleaning, and grounds teams Ensure safe systems of work are implemented and maintained across all sites Manage rotas, absence, return-to-work interviews, and disciplinary processes Carry out regular recorded site audits and performance monitoring Develop training materials and workshops, ensuring staff receive appropriate training and annual reviews Review equipment and working methods, recommending improvements to productivity and performance Produce business cases for capital purchases or service delivery improvements Attend regular FM meetings and ensure agreed actions are closed within timescales Meet regularly with senior stakeholders to review performance and resolve issues Manage the small works process across allocated sites Ensure all compliance, safeguarding, and clearance requirements are met Build effective working relationships with colleagues, clients, and external partners Support continuous improvement initiatives alongside compliance and contract teams Provide cover for other Service Delivery Managers and deputise for senior contract staff as required Key Requirements Proven experience delivering Total FM services (hard and soft) Comfortable managing site teams and external service providers Exposure to PFI or structured FM contracts is desirable but not essential Strong compliance and health & safety awareness Confident communicator with a professional, approachable manner IT literate (email, reporting, compliance documentation) Organised and able to manage multiple sites effectively What's on offer Salary of £40,000 per annum Mileage paid at 45p per mile Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Role covering local sites This role involves working within educational environments. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check. Apply today or email (url removed) for further details

A client of mine is looking for a Facilities Manager on a 12 month initial Maternity Cover FTC, with potential for a permanent position after. You will be reporting into the Assistant Director and be responsible for 1 Workplace Technician and 2 Workplace coordinators Your region will be Dorset Devon and Cornwall, however you must be commutable to Wareham as this will be your main site and you will be here for the majority of the time. Through effective Leadership ensure that provides a "safety first" culture and delivers an affordable, profitable, efficient, and customer-orientated commercial estate and facilities management service across all workplaces. As one of three Managers, you will be responsible for a portfolio of workplaces, the estate & facilities management service and health & safety compliance within our spaces and the workspace experience for all colleagues, customers, and visitors within your area of responsibility. The workplaces are a mixture of hub & spoke offices, operational yards, and scheme hub offices. You will be responsible for both the hard and soft service contracts, with the support of your team. Key Accountabilities People Management - You will lead, motivate, empower, and develop your team, maintaining the core values of the business and team while upholding the highest levels of professional conduct helping both the team and our colleagues to achieve their full potential. Workspaces Strategy - You will support the delivery of the workspaces roadmap which would include Acquisitions, Disposals and Refurbishments. The roadmaps ambition is to provide workspaces that are safe, supportive, effective, and inclusive. You will manage an agile workspace portfolio which flexes in line with the needs of the organisation, providing safe, enabling, and innovative working environments in the right locations. You and your team will support our colleagues on this cultural journey, by implementing & managing key policies and procedures which will provide structure to support greater agility in the way we work. Colleague & Customer Experience - You will ensure your team are available to act as social connectors for colleagues, customers & visitors, by signposting or advising them on information, instruction & training to empower them to get the best out of their day. You will act with discretion and use your emotional intelligence the gauge when and where the sharing of information is appropriate and necessary. Estate Management - You will be responsible for owning the relationship with our Landlords and Tenants, ensuring the servicing compliance documentation is appropriately shared, leading on rent review negotiations, serving notice on leases where break-clauses allow and flagging to the business in good time when timebound decisions are needed to be made about a workplace. Operational Facilities Management - You will ensure your workspaces are compliant by managing the delivery of a wide range of facilities management services, focusing on hard services as well as planned and responsive maintenance. Areas of compliance include but are not limited to Lift, Fire, Water Management, Gas Safety, Air Conditioning, Air Quality and Electrical Safety. Critically review & challenge contracts - You will be an exceptional Contract Manager - Critically reviewing, challenge & aligning contracts across the regions, setting out a best practice framework which the team should adhere to, to get the most competent, consistent, and quality service from our contractors which evidence value for money. Budget Management - You will feed into, monitor, and manage budgets set by the Assistant Director for your areas of responsibility in accordance with agreed procedures, levels of delegated authority and the company's financial regulations and standing orders. You will be a company credit card holder. Communications - You will ensure that your team is aligned to key messages, are fully informed on all aspects of work being supported by the wider team and business and own and manage the Commercial Estate and FM section of the Astranet ensuring all information concerning workspaces and how to use them effectively and safely are easily accessible and up to date. You will be a proactive communicator with the Assistant Director and your peers, ensuring important information is shared and using colleagues as a cultural sounding board to navigate situations when they arise. System Management - You will be responsible for ensuring that the systems which underpin the delivery of the team are appropriate, are well managed and can provide clean, usable data to inform decision making i.e. lease anniversaries, utilisation stats, life-cycle modelling for plant & equipment etc. You will ensure that your Coordinators manage the Visitor, Desk & Meeting Room Systems, the External Spaces Application, and the Service Desk - ensuring all information is maintained up to date and accessible. Data Analytics - You will ensure that your Coordinator produces monthly reports critically analysing how all spaces (internal & external) are being utilised, suggesting areas of evolution based on the analysis and feedback from the team. Health & Safety Management - You will ensure that all workplaces under your control meet legislative requirements, good practice and agreed service levels. General Duties - You will positively promote the reputation and standing of the Commercial Estate & FM Team by providing relevant information to support the publication of monthly reports. Business Continuity - You will be the responsible person for business continuity response for your respective workspaces. Sustainability - You will promote strong sustainability and environmental awareness, ensuring all team outputs are completed in line with the Group Environmental policies. You will facilitate the auditing of the ISO14001 Environmental audits across your areas of responsibility. Representation - You will represent the Commercial Estate & FM Team by attending meetings and working groups with internal departments and external key stakeholders, ensuring the team is being appropriately represented and feeds into the development of policies and processes. Project Management - You will be an experienced, articulate and exceptionally organised Project Manager, with the ability to deliver medium - large scale Capital Projects up to the value of 750K. Experience Proven ability in Estate and Facilities Management over a sustained period Organisation and coordination of multiple tasks. Budget Responsibility. Experience of effective contract management. Working in, organising, and managing small teams. Negotiation and Governance of contractor works and standards including review of RAMS and Competencies. Preparing and using Risk assessments. Conducting Inspections of services and standards. Conducting performance reviews. Risk Management - identifying and implementing emergency plans and procedures. Proactively Coordinate projects to time, to cost and in line with the team's objectives. Coordinate the diagnosis of either M&E or building fabric issues, ensuring the appropriate stakeholders are engaged to put in place a resolution within a timebound manner to limit the impact on colleagues and customers. Qualifications Essential Educated to a Degree standard in a relevant subject. IWFM Qualification Level 4 or higher. Nebosh General Certificate. Evidence of continual personal development. RICS certification in CRE and FM. Desirable Member level accredited membership of IWFM. Prince2 Project Management Qualification. Organisational Skills training/accreditation. Nebosh Environment Certificate. stride is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Hard Services Manager Location: Glasgow (Office-Based) Hours: 40 hours per week, Full-Time Salary: 42,000 About the Role Due to continued business growth, a well-established facilities management provider is seeking an experienced Hard Services Manager with a strong technical background in FM services. This office-based role is responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of Facilities Management services across multiple contracts. The position ensures operational efficiency, statutory compliance, adherence to health and safety standards, and high levels of client satisfaction. The successful candidate will provide leadership to coordination and site teams while driving performance, service excellence, and continuous improvement across the portfolio. Key Responsibilities Oversee the delivery of FM services in line with agreed service levels, KPIs, and contractual obligations. Provide leadership and direction to administration, coordination, and on-site operational teams. Act as the primary senior operational contact for clients, developing strong and collaborative relationships. Manage operational budgets effectively, ensuring cost control while maintaining service quality. Monitor financial performance across contracts, including profit and loss, variations, and lifecycle planning, reporting to senior leadership. Lead, mentor, and develop teams to drive high performance and engagement. Review staffing requirements to ensure operational efficiency and resource planning. Conduct performance reviews and manage underperformance in accordance with company procedures. Attend client meetings, provide updates, and proactively resolve issues. Manage escalations to ensure swift resolution with minimal service disruption. Support the mobilisation and onboarding of new contracts. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using performance data and client feedback. Promote best practice sharing across contracts and operational teams. Encourage innovation, digital adoption, and process improvements within FM operations. Skills & Experience Required Demonstrable experience in a Facilities Manager, Operations Manager, or similar FM leadership role. Strong technical understanding of hard FM or integrated facilities services. Sound knowledge of health and safety legislation and compliance standards. Experience managing multi-site contracts and diverse operational teams. Strong commercial awareness, including budget management and financial oversight. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to prioritise effectively, make sound decisions, and perform well under pressure.

Our client, a rapidly growing facilities management company, are recruiting for a Facilities Manager for portfolio of commercial properties across the North West. This exciting opportunity involves overseeing the soft and hard services of a multi let commercial buildings, retail centres and industrial estates playing a pivotal role in shaping their success. The client is open to a range of candidates from to Assistant Facilities Managers looking for that next step up to experienced Regional Facilities Managers seeking a new challenge. The ideal candidate will live around South Manchester and be flexible to travel across the North West. Role Responsibilities: Overseeing and inspect contractors work to monitor the performance of contracts - This may include security, maintenance, landscaping, cleaning contracts etc Undertaking site visits, manage the delivery of the maintenance program obtaining competitive quotes for works where necessary. Attend monthly review meetings, reporting on finings and updating management systems Management of service charge budgets and client relationships Ensure that all PPM is forecasted, planned, and implemented by the service providers Carry out risk assessment and manage health & safety compliance. Ideal Candidate Profile: A professional Facilities / Property individual, with experience in leading and site management Ability to travel across North West with daily and weekly site visits. A minimum of IOSH Managing Safely certified. Financial and commercial acumen to be able to build a stable and profitable business and develop a coherent strategy. A FM recognised qualification (or similar) Excellent planning and organisational skills Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills Ability to manage own workload and work on own initiative. Role Package: Permanent Contract Salary varies depending on experience £40,000 - £45,000 37.5 Hour contract Flexible starting hours Mon - Fri. 25 days holiday + BH

Mobile Facilities Manager - Bucks, Herts, Cambs, Essex London, to £ 50 k plus car allowance/ travel expenses , healthcare, pension etc Our client, an FM services company, is recruiting an experienced Portfolio/ Mobile FM to manage hard and soft facilities management service contracts across a diverse portfolio of properties. These properties are a mix of commercial office buildings, retail parks and industrial units/ parks. The geographical spread is approx. from Luton and Watford to Cambridge to Chelmsford. Regular visits to the London Head Office in the West End is also required You will visit sites, audit and manage FM sub-contractor performance, ensure H&S building compliance and manage reactive, refurbishment and improvement projects. You will manage the relationship with the property agent/ landlord's representative and work 'implanted' within their client's business, working closely with surveyors and estate and property managers as well as the with tenants representatives. You will gain exposure to all elements of property management including hard and soft FM, contract management, HSE and service charge budgets. This is a great opportunity to join a young, successful and expanding business that will provide excellent opportunities for career development. Minimum IOSH Managing Safely essential. IWFM preferred. A salary of up to c£50k is offered with car allowance and expensed travel into London, healthcare, pension etc.

Facilities Manager Warwick Based onsite Competitive salary and excellent benefits including overtime, bonus, free parking BUPA healthcare Monday to Thursday 8.30am - 5pm (with a half hour lunch break) and Friday 8.30am - 1.30pm. Are you an experienced Facilities Manager who thrives on ownership, variety and delivering high standards? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful, forward-thinking organisation where your expertise will directly support the business and its people. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, you ll take full responsibility for delivering a professional, proactive and comprehensive facilities management service across the business. You ll be trusted to manage budgets, suppliers, projects and people all within a friendly, collaborative and hardworking environment. The Role: As Facilities Manager, you will be the go-to expert for all things buildings, services and workplace operations. You will be responsible for two Facilities Assistants and your remit will be broad, hands-on and influential, including: Full responsibility for the day-to-day management, maintenance and development of the company s multiple premises in Warwick Acting as primary key holder, including out-of-hours attendance when required Managing facilities budgets, preparing detailed annual forecasts and providing regular updates to the Board Sourcing, negotiating and managing contractors, suppliers and service providers Overseeing facilities projects ranging from minor works to major refurbishments, ensuring minimal business disruption Ensuring compliance with health & safety, CDM regulations, risk assessments and method statements Proactive monitoring of building condition, maintenance schedules and asset tracking Managing service and maintenance contracts (HVAC, alarms, utilities, boilers, etc.) Line management and development of the Facilities Assistant Liaising closely with HR, IT, Health & Safety, workshop teams and external stakeholders Supporting office moves, layouts, inductions and ongoing workplace improvements This is a highly visible role offering genuine autonomy, responsibility and the opportunity to make a tangible impact. About You: You ll be a confident, organised and commercially minded Facilities professional with a practical approach and strong attention to detail. You ll also bring: Proven experience in a Facilities Management role Previous experience of managing a small team Strong knowledge of building regulations, CDM and health & safety requirements Excellent budgeting, reporting and cost control skills The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with confidence Strong negotiation and supplier management experience High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) Clear, professional communication skills at all levels A proactive, can-do attitude with the ability to work on your own initiative Membership of the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM) and relevant professional qualifications are desirable. Why Apply? A rare opportunity to work directly with senior leadership Varied, hands-on role with real influence Supportive, informal yet professional culture Long-term career opportunity within a stable and successful organisation If you re a motivated Facilities Manager looking for a role where your expertise will be valued and your contribution truly matters, we d love to hear from you. Apply now to take ownership of a role that keeps the business running at its best. Our recruitment process is always based on your relevant skills, potential and achievements for the job advertised. Your application will be carefully considered in line with the skills, experience and knowledge required for this role and other similar jobs that may be of interest. We will contact you within 48-hours of your job application if you are selected to progress. If you do not hear from us within this timeframe it means your application for this job has not been successful on this occasion. We cannot retain your details in line with GDPR so do please respond to future roles of interest. If you have previously registered with Plum Personnel for permanent or temporary recruitment and employment opportunities and are interested in this job role do please contact us directly ASAP

Role: General Manager (PFI Healthcare) Location: East Anglia Contract : Permanent On site Salary: £85k - £90k Package: Car + 10% bonus + healthcare Overview This is a critical leadership appointment within a large, complex healthcare PFI contract in the East Anglia region. The role will work closely with the Regional Director during an initial transition period, focused on strengthening performance, rebuilding key stakeholder relationships, and establishing robust operational foundations. The appointed General Manager will begin in a hands-on capacity, gradually assuming full ownership of the account as the transition completes. Subject to performance, the role is expected to evolve into an Account Director position, with full accountability for the contract. This is a career-defining opportunity for an experienced healthcare PFI leader to take ownership of a flagship, high-profile contract with a clear pathway for progression. Key Responsibilities Work closely with the Regional Director to stabilise and strengthen a complex healthcare PFI operation Take day-to-day operational leadership across soft and/or hard FM services Lead site-based management teams, ensuring strong governance, compliance, and performance control Drive operational improvement plans across service delivery, cost control, and quality Build trust and credibility with Trust stakeholders and PFI partners Act as the senior on-site lead, managing complex client and stakeholder relationships Own financial performance, budget management, and margin protection Embed robust reporting, KPI management, and risk controls Ensure full compliance with healthcare regulations, safety standards, and contractual obligations Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the contract Candidate Profile This role requires an experienced healthcare PFI operator who can hit the ground running. Essential Experience: Proven experience managing the compliant operation, asset management, lifecycle performance and complex PFI healthcare portfolios. Demonstrable expertise in leading and developing high-performing teams, with a strong track record of stabilising underperforming contracts, improving compliance and governance, and delivering sustained operational improvement. Highly capable of building and maintaining strong, long-term partnerships with Trusts, PFI stakeholders, and supply chain partners across complex healthcare assets. Personal Attributes: Confident, credible, and resilient leader Comfortable operating in a high-pressure, highly visible environment Hands-on, detail-focused, and outcomes-driven Ambitious, with the capability to step into full account ownership

Facilities Coordinator Hard Services The Role Reporting to Geography WFM Lead, responsibility for day to day aspects of management of Hard Service related items within the office. Total ownership/accountability for the management of contracts within their remit. To provide a safe, clean and comfortable work environment for members, and maintain a visible presence and responsive service within the offices. Key Responsibilities Operational responsibility for day to day running of hard service contracts, to include delivery of planned and reactive maintenance. Forward planning and, in conjunction with WFM Lead, management of finances for achieving financial targets, budget management and review. Regular review of contracts/SLAs to include monthly meetings/quarterly reviews and reports with WFM Lead. Strong understanding of legal compliance to include H&S, energy, quality and environmental in line with responsibilities as outlined in the firm's Management System. Timely review and updates to Arup's HSE Log for relevant locations. Maintaining of Contractors' details, to include contracts/SLAs, insurances, records of site inductions, service reports, engineer competencies etc. and identifying opportunities for re-tendering/securing cost efficiencies. Reviewing facilities requests & validating supporting information and assisting with monitoring and management of associated workflow. Familiarity & understanding of current H&S requirements to support a safe working environment, with willingness to complete training as required. Supporting contractor management on site, by timely review of contractor RAMS, and the administration of e-permits (access permits & permits to work) and contractor inductions/site briefings where necessary. Maintaining close working relationships with teams based at site to offer support in managing the immediate workplace experience within the office environment, and communicate planned activities accordingly. Tracking planned & anticipated contractor attendance in line agreed dates/programme, including with main FM provider and ad-hoc contractors. Regular interaction with housekeeping contractors and Workplace Experience Assistants/Coordinators in order to respond to immediate issues. Ability and willingness to travel to other sites within the region to offer support as required for wider WFM team, stakeholder engagement, contractor meetings etc. Regular auditing and review of offices for safety, compliance and improvement. Overseeing project works as required - some flexibility required to support some out of hours. Front of House cover as required. Key Skills and Experience Required Resilient under pressure and be able to converse confidently with staff, customers and suppliers at all levels. Have general knowledge of site plant, equipment and office services. Good problem solving and analytical skills. Clear and logical thinker. Team player and self-motivator. Strong work ethic. Compliance/knowledge of current legislation. Exhibit a positive and enthusiastic attitude. Desirable Skills and Experience Minimum of 5 years' experience of managing maintenance activity. Good, all-round knowledge of various engineering disciplines e.g. Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil or Facilities Management. Demonstrate experience of coordinating and managing building maintenance and good awareness of fit-out, churn and H&S issues. Able to think on their feet and change their approach as required. Understands the importance of process, reports and paperwork. Knowledge of CAFM systems. Knowledge of ePermits system. Qualifications Degree or industry specific qualification such as IWFM Certificate or 5 years of experience within the field of expertise. IOSH desirable, or willingness to complete IOSH Training. NEBOSH desirable, or willingness to complete NEBOSH Training. First Aid & Fire Marshal trained or desire to be.

An established property management business are looking to appoint a Roving FM to join their established team. You will be responsible for delivering Facilities Management services across a portfolio of commercial, industrial and retail properties in the North West. The role requires regular site visits, strong contractor oversight, and a proactive approach to compliance and asset management. Key Responsibilities Management of hard / soft services contracts Ensuring full Health & Safety compliance across sites Managing contractor performance and statutory obligations Client, landlord and tenant liaison Setting and managing service charge budgets Overseeing planned preventative maintenance programmes Asset lifecycle planning and future replacement forecasting Maintaining accurate contract and compliance records Person Specification Proven experience managing FM services across a multi-site portfolio within a managing agent environment Experience managing significant service charge budgets Strong knowledge of Health & Safety compliance (NEBOSH/IOSH desirable) Excellent organisational and communication skills Ability to manage multiple properties and schedules effectively Salary & Package 45,000 - 50,000 per annum Car Allowance 25 days annual leave Pension scheme Hybrid working Private health insurance At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

We are currently working with a leading Facilities Management service provider to recruit a Hard Services Manager to work across a portfilio of public sector sites in the Swindon and North Wiltshire area The contracts currently deliver key services in Cleaning, Mechanical and Electrical systems (M&E), Premises Management and Full Lifecycle replacement. This is a full time role working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday. As the leader of the Hard Services team, you will provide leadership and expertise to the site based technicians and management of specialist sub contractors, ensuring compliance is met through both Planned Preventative Maintenance & Reactive maintenance across the Estates. Requirements: 5 Years of working in a similar role within a managerial or supervisory capacity. Hard services/engineering qualifications Ideally experience managing public sector or PFI contracts Experience of recruitment and HR practices. Understanding of COSHH. Experience of P&L responsibility. Experience of implementing and maintaining positive and successful client relationships. Experience of managing suppliers. Competence in using IT systems to gather and present data.

An exciting opportunity has now arisen for a Contract Manager (NHS Hard Facilities Management) to join our Hard Facilities Management team in Essex. This team delivers planned, preventative and responsive building repairs for our end client, the NHS. Rydon Maintenance is an expanding division of the Rydon Group and is successfully providing hard facilities management services to a variety of clients, predominantly within the healthcare sector. Rydon Maintenance provides hard FM (facilities management) services across England for a growing number of NHS Trusts. We look after more than 250 buildings on behalf of 20 NHS Trusts on a planned and responsive repairs and small works projects basis. We provide maintenance services within hospitals, ambulance trusts, primary care trusts and mental health trusts. Job Purpose As Contract Manager you will be responsible for the Hard FM service delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Reactive Maintenance to one of our key NHS clients. This is a varied role where you will be the point of contact for all operational issues across 3 Hospitals and 2 Care Homes in Essex. You will ensure the delivery of an effective hard facilities maintenance service in line with contractual obligations and budgetary constraints. Managing a skilled maintenance team delivering planned and reactive maintenance you will ensure contract compliance with all statutory regulations, current legislation and local codes of practice and policies across the sites. Key responsibilities are as follows: Ensuring that we deliver an outstanding maintenance and repairs service by providing excellent team leadership, long term planning of resources and delivering continuous improvements to the services/operations we provide. Ensure contractual commitments are met in accordance with KPI s/SLA s Managing these contracts on a day to day basis you will use your influence and impact to maximise financial profit levels and effectively manage risk while meeting or exceeding contractual key performance indicators. You will have responsibility for daily, weekly, monthly and annual planning and attending client contract monitoring meetings ensuring that all supporting documentation are available to demonstrate service delivery performance. You will build a balanced well performing team around you with a constant eye on succession planning. You will ensure your team understands what their job entails and that they carry out their job to a consistently high level by setting and driving targets whilst ensuring our Company and Clients Policies and Procedures are adhered to. Identify and mitigate risk in all areas of contract and operational performance. Control and monitor the performance of the specialist service providers and any sub contractors through chairing regular review meetings when nominated in accordance with the annual programme What we can offer you: Basic salary range £50 - 60k depending on experience Car allowance of £5.472 per annum. 25 days holiday with the ability to increase up to 30 days. Pension Scheme: 4% contributory. Eyecare vouchers and free flu Vaccinations Health Cash Plan: helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare 24/7 EAP Service: free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it. Wellbeing and mental health champions readily available at work. Access to an employee discount scheme which includes a wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, lifestyle goods and services. Flexible benefits for you to choose from including Private Medical, Critical Illness, DenPlan and Cycle to work schemes. Employee Referral Scheme: recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire. Opportunities for you to progress your career across the business This is an excellent opportunity with onward development for you and the teams you lead Experience Required You will be an experienced Contract Manager ideally with experience gained within a healthcare/NHS setting. You may have worked directly for the NHS, for an FM contractor providing service to the NHS or for a consultancy delivering services into this market. We will however also consider candidates with experience gained delivering into other critical workplace environments. Previous PFI (Private Finance Initiative) experience would be an advantage. You will have excellent previous experience of leading teams that manage directly employed and subcontracted trades. You will also have strong financial acumen and experience of managing a P&L, using your expertise to ensure that the financial interests of both Rydon and our Clients are managed. You should also be able to demonstrate excellent long-term planning/strategic thinking in order to recommend and implement continuous improvements to benefit our client and Rydon. This role offers excellent opportunity for further personal development. If you have the above skills and experience we would strongly encourage you to apply. Additional Information As a well established, progressive company we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals by offering an excellent benefits package that includes a wide range of core and voluntary benefits. Rydon is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in employment. Successful candidates will be selected solely on their ability to carry out the duties of the post. 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Hard Facilities Management - Project Manager An established and growing South East contractor is seeking an experienced Hard FM Manager to lead the delivery of Fabric FM reactive contracts and project works across a Central London portfolio. This is a senior operational role offering the opportunity to shape and expand Central London capability within a business known for consistent delivery and a strong order book. The role You will manage planned and reactive hard FM services across multiple sites, ensuring safe, compliant and high quality delivery in line with client specifications and service level agreements. The role covers operational management, commercial awareness and client interface, from tender support and mobilisation through to delivery and handover. Key responsibilities Lead delivery of Fabric FM maintenance and project works across a multi site estate Plan, coordinate and report on contract performance, identifying gaps and driving corrective action Oversee planned preventative maintenance to building plant, equipment and systems Maintain full health and safety compliance across all sites and activities Work with commercial support on monthly cost and value reporting, managing risks and opportunities Support bids and framework submissions for new work Manage programmes, weekly progress and budget performance Prepare and oversee Health and Safety Plans, Quality Plans and Method Statements Ensure compliance with client requirements, standards and legislation Act as primary client interface, building strong working relationships Build, develop and lead operational teams across the region Candidate profile Proven experience managing Hard FM contracts across multi site estates, ideally in Central London Strong knowledge of planned and reactive maintenance within a building services environment Experience leading and developing teams across geographically spread contracts Commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets, cost reporting and programme performance Confident client facing professional with clear written and verbal communication skills Able to assess risk, prioritise workload and make sound operational decisions Higher level qualification such as HNC or Degree in building, engineering or related discipline desirable M&E knowledge preferred but not essential Willing to travel across London and the South East

We are working with a UK leading technical services and facilities management company that is looking for a Contracts Manager to manage the PFI contract on a healthcare establishment in Sheffield. The successful candidate will have a strong knowledge of electrical engineering, be responsible, accountable for the profitable and operational management and service delivery of the contracts to meet the business and contract objectives. As a Contracts Manager you will; Create and sustain cohesive, cost-effective teams for the service delivery of the Contracts, Interfacing with Clients to ensure the satisfactory service delivery of the contract deliverables. Ensure the CAFM system is managed, produce up-to-date ad hoc reports on services and manage all planned and reactive works. Meet with client and auditors as necessary, and attend meetings ensuring all agreed actions completed. Identify organic and new business opportunities. Take ownership of maintenance delivery and building sites as required. Ensuring that project/minor works are completed on time, in budget and to the required quality levels. Management of engineering teams including CPDs, rotas, appraisal, HR matters, work allocation and staff training. Ensure, demonstrate, review and monitor compliance to meet the expectation and needs of the Client Ad-hoc tasks to complete any task requested of you. Attend training as required to enhance management and technical skills. The successful candidate will demonstrate; Have proven experience within a hard services delivery role with sound technical knowledge of electrical services. Formal technical education / qualification in Mechanical / Electrical or similar discipline to a minimum of HNC level or equivalent Able to read complex contract documents, with excellent communication, writing, negotiation and organisation skills. Knowledge of PFI contracts Approved Person (AP) - LV would be desirable. Ability to prioritise work for self and others. Be a strong leader and ability to manage a team of engineers. Benefits of the role; Salary up to £53,000 + generous tax free car allowance 40 hour contract, typically between hours of 8-5, Mon-Fri Employer pension contributions up to 10% Private healthcare (After 18months) 35 days holidays (including bank holidays) If you're looking for a great role as a Contracts Manager then apply or get in touch with Laura for a chat on (url removed) on (phone number removed).

MGR working in partnership with their client an award winning Asset and Facilities Management organisation on future growth strategy and are on the market for a dynamic Business Development Manager . An individual with excellent relationship building skills, a skilled and great negotiator and a confident business development manager. With focus on route to market and georgraphical exposure , with investment the focus will will expand from our current region. The BDM will be responsible for building new key customer relationships as well as identifying new business opportunities to provide facility management services. Responsible for arranging client meetings, visiting suppliers & consultants and generally opening the door for the company technical teams to develop proposals for work as well as attending industry functions, organizing marketing events. A strong understanding of M&E and hard and soft FM services as well a comprehensive appreciation of the tender process with regards to commercial and public sector procurement are also key attributes you will need to demonstrate. Direct and oversee the activities of FM Strategy & Business Development Department, aiming at identifying, analyzing and recommending specific business opportunities for the profitable growth and diversification of FM. Education & Attributes: * Engineering Degree / Graduate with MBA in Marketing or Sales with min. * Proven Sales experience within Asset and Facility Management. * Vast exposure to Facilities Management practices & solutions. * Solid awareness of HS&E guidelines, asset & space & cost management. * Maintenance techniques exposure (Pro-Active, Condition Based) * Experienced in securing Facilities and Asset Management or Mechanical, Electrical service contracts, agreeing SLA`s etc * Solid communication, presentation, reporting and time management skills * Strong business account management & sales approach with strong business management practices