Facilities Manager (Soft FM)
Location: East London
Pay: £232.58 Per day PAYE (Inc Holiday) | £313.42 Per day LTD Umbrella
About the Role
Service Care Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Facilities Manager on behalf of an East London local authority. This is a senior leadership position responsible for the strategic and operational delivery of Soft Facilities Management (FM) services across a large corporate estate. You will ensure high‑quality, efficient, and compliant service delivery while driving continuous improvement, sustainability, and value for money. You will support the Head of Corporate Soft FM and deputise where required, playing a key role in shaping FM strategy, managing contracts, and leading both internal teams and external service providers.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the delivery and development of Soft FM services across the corporate estate
* Manage internal facilities teams and external contractors delivering services including cleaning, security, reception, and post room functions
* Deputise for the Head of Corporate Soft FM when required
* Oversee contract management, procurement activity, and service level agreements
* Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, health & safety legislation, and organisational policies
* Drive continuous improvement and innovation across FM services
* Manage budgets effectively and ensure value for money delivery
* Support carbon reduction and sustainability initiatives aligned with organisational climate goals
* Provide performance reporting and data analysis to senior leadership
* Act as intelligent client for Soft FM services and coordinate events within corporate buildings
* Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
About You
We are seeking an experienced Facilities Management professional with strong leadership ability and a proven track record in delivering complex FM services, ideally within a public sector environment.
Essential Requirements
* Significant experience in Facilities Management at a senior level
* Proven ability to lead teams and manage external contractors
* Strong experience in contract management and procurement processes
* Ability to manage budgets and deliver value for money services
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
* IOSH Managing Safely qualification
* Membership of a relevant FM professional body (e.g. IWFM)
* Strong IT skills including Microsoft 365 / Google Workspace and CAFM systems
Desirable
* NEBOSH qualification
* Degree or relevant Facilities Management qualification
* Experience working within local government or public sector estates
What Is on Offer
* Senior leadership role within a major public sector estate
* Opportunity to shape FM strategy and service delivery
* Exposure to large-scale operational and strategic facilities management
* Supportive environment with scope for professional development
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