120,000 sq ft commercial building located near Liverpool St Station
Overview
The Senior Building Manager will take full operational responsibility for a 120,000 sq ft, multi-storey commercial building located near Liverpool St Station. The building comprises 12 floors and combines an historic facade with a modern internal development. With no pre-lets in place, this role will be critical in preparing the building for occupation, managing defects and fit‑outs, and establishing best-in-class operational standards from practical completion onwards.
Key Responsibilities
Building Operations & Management
* Take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of a 12-storey, 120,000 sq ft commercial building
* Establish and embed operational procedures, building rules, and management standards
* Oversee all hard and soft FM services, ensuring service delivery aligns with performance expectations
* Manage building handover phases, snagging lists, and defect resolution during the early life of the building
Fit-Outs & Occupation
* Manage and coordinate tenant fit-out works across multiple floors, including large floor plates.
* Ensure all fit-out activity complies with building procedures, statutory requirements, and design intent
* Act as the primary point of contact for tenants throughout fit-out and mobilisation phases
Retail, Amenities & Commercial Spaces
* Oversee the operation and integration of commercial cafe tenants within the building
* Support the delivery and operation of a circa 4,000 sq ft cafe or self-serve amenity space
* Manage a members-only gym facility, ensuring safe operation and high standards of presentation
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Ensure full compliance with all statutory, health & safety, and fire safety requirements
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date compliance records and certification
* Lead risk assessments, contractor controls, and permit-to-work systems
ESG & Sustainability
* Lead the implementation of sustainability and ESG initiatives across the building
* Monitor building performance and support energy efficiency and waste reduction strategies
* Promote sustainable practices with occupiers, contractors, and commercial tenants
Stakeholder & Team Management
* Act as the key on-site representative for ownership and managing agent interests
* Work closely with the Regional General Manager to support asset performance and strategic objectives
* Build strong working relationships with occupiers, consultants, contractors, and commercial tenants
* Manage on-site teams and service partners to ensure consistent service delivery
Skills & Experience
* Proven experience managing complex commercial buildings, ideally newly developed or refurbished assets
* Strong understanding of managing buildings with mixed heritage and modern construction elements
* Extensive experience overseeing defects, snagging, and post-completion works
* Demonstrable knowledge of M&E systems, statutory compliance, and contractor management
* Experience managing commercial amenities such as cafés, gyms, or shared occupier facilities
* Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills
* Confident decision-maker with the ability to manage a building through early occupation and stabilisation
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