Job Title
Assistant Building Manager
Job Description Summary
Job Description
Assistant Building Manager
Location – Uxbridge, London
We are looking for an Assistant Building Manager to join Cushman & Wakefield in Uxbridge, supporting the management of one of our most prestigious and exciting buildings.
The purpose of this role is to support the Building Manager in the day-to-day operational management of the building, ensuring high standards of service delivery, compliance with risk management practices, and excellent occupier experience. You will act as a professional and approachable first point of contact for occupiers and visitors, representing Cushman & Wakefield's brand values at all times.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will assist with coordinating the operational day-to-day aspects of building management, ensuring services are delivered efficiently and in line with Cushman & Wakefield policies and procedures.
You will work closely with the Building Manager, service partners and occupiers to ensure the building operates smoothly and remains compliant.
Core Responsibilities
* Act as a first point of contact for occupier queries and assist in resolving complaints promptly, escalating where appropriate.
* Support the Building Manager in ensuring the building remains legally and statutorily compliant, with inspections and repairs completed within required timeframes.
* Assist with identifying works required on site and support the appointment and coordination of contractors.
* Monitor contractor performance and day-to-day activities on site.
* Support the completion and review of regular risk assessments.
* Assist with regular building inspections and help produce reports on condition, issues and actions.
* Liaise regularly with occupiers to keep them informed of building activities and services.
* Support the management of occupier queries relating to Facilities Management services.
* Assist the Building Manager with service charge administration, including budgets, reconciliations and variance reporting.
* Escalate any tenant activity that may breach lease obligations to the Property Surveyor or Building Manager.
* Develop and maintain positive working relationships with surveyors, service partners and occupiers.
* Support administrative duties, including record keeping, compliance documentation and reporting.
About You
The ideal candidate will have experience in Facilities Management or Building Management, with a strong customer-focused approach and a desire to develop their career within a leading property consultancy.
You will be:
* Organised and proactive, with good attention to detail
* Confident communicating with occupiers, contractors and internal stakeholders
* Comfortable supporting building operations in a busy, client-facing environment
* IT literate, with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
* IOSH as a minimum qualification.
* Ideally NEBOSH.
Previous experience supporting a Building Manager or Facilities Manager would be highly beneficial.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry-leading organisation that actively supports career development and progression within property and facilities management.
INCO: "Cushman & Wakefield