Facilities Manager
Position based in London, United Kingdom.
About The Role
As a CBRE Facilities Manager, you will manage a team responsible for overseeing building operations and maintenance for a facility, campus, or portfolio of small to medium sized buildings. This role is part of the Facilities Management functional area and focuses on all aspects of the operations of a set of assets, providing support to the Property Managers regarding repairs and investment plans.
What You’ll Do
* Provide formal supervision to employees, monitor training and development, conduct performance evaluations and coaching, and oversee recruiting and hiring of new staff.
* Schedule and manage the team's daily activities, establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross‑train staff. Set and track staff and department deadlines and mentor and coach as needed.
* Coordinate and manage facility repairs and maintenance by working with technicians, vendors, and contractors.
* Maintain positive client relationships and conduct meetings on unresolved facility issues.
* Prepare and manage capital projects, operating budgets, and variance reports.
* Perform facility inspections and quality assurance following local, state, and federal regulations; suggest operational efficiencies, repairs, and upgrade opportunities.
* Manage environmental health and safety procedures for facilities.
* Oversee vendor relationships and invoicing procedures; review price quotes for procurement of parts, services and labor for projects.
* Conduct process and procedure training on maintenance, repairs, and safety best practices.
* Lead by example and model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values; influence parties of shared interests to reach agreements.
* Apply knowledge of own discipline and how it integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives.
* Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day‑to‑day and moderately complex issues that may or may not be evident in existing systems and processes.
What You’ll Need
* Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3‑5 years of relevant experience; a combination of experience and education will be considered. Valid driver’s license required. Facility Management certification preferred.
* Experience in staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention.
* Ability to guide the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information; convey performance expectations and handle problems.
* Leadership skills to motivate team impact on quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the job discipline and department.
* Extensive organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.
* Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial‑related calculations.
Why CBRE
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
Service line: GWS Segment
Applicant AI Use Disclosure
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
Job Highlights
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
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