Facilities Manager

City, Birmingham
Reed Specialist Recruitment

Reed Property & Construction are working with a reputable professional services firm who are looking for a Facilities Manager to join them and support with both the hard and soft FM services for 5 locations around the Birmingham and Solihull area.

This organisation are extremely friendly and supportive that really values it’s staff.

Within this role you will have lots of autonomy, be able to add value and be involved in an exciting and key office move in the next 12-18 months.

The Facilities Manager will play a crucial role in maintaining the functionality, safety, and presentation of facilities, ensuring a positive experience for clients and employees.

Salary = 45-50,000 per annum

Office location = Head office is in central Birmingham. Other sites are on the outskirts of Solihull and Birmingham

Hours = 37.5 hours a week – Ideally 8:30-5:00

Hybrid working = Will be office based for the first 3-6 months whilst onboarding and building relationships with stakeholders. Then 1 day a week working from home will be available around business needs.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Health and Safety Management:
  • Develop and enforce health and safety policies and procedures in compliance with local regulations.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments.
  • Provide training and guidance on safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Facility Maintenance:
  • Coordinate maintenance, repair, and upgrades of facilities to ensure optimal condition.
  • Establish relationships with contractors and service providers.
  • Oversee a preventive maintenance program to extend the lifespan and functionality of facilities.
• Client and Guest Services:
  • Maintain cleanliness and presentation of facilities.
  • Manage client visits, meetings, and events with professionalism.
  • Address client requests and concerns promptly to enhance the client experience.
• Budget and Resource Management:
  • Develop and manage the facilities budget, including operating expenses and capital projects.
  • Monitor and control costs, ensuring efficient use of resources.
  • Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors and service providers.
• Team Management:
  • Lead a team of facilities staff, fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure all team training and compliance is up-to-date and policies are adhered to.
  • Oversee both hard and soft facilities management.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Must have previous Facilities Management or Building Management experience
• Must have experience of both hard FM services and soft FM services
• You will of ideally worked in a professional services background such as financial service, Big 4, legal, property or banking
• Knowledge of local safety regulations and building codes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Experience in budget management.
• Must hold a clean driving licence.

To apply for the Facilities Manager position, please submit your CV today