Morgan Law is proud to be supporting Bath Preservation Trust (BPT) source a new Facilities Project Manager, who will oversee the maintenance, development, security, and improvement of BPT's buildings and grounds. This is a business‑critical role, responsible for ensuring all environments are safe, compliant, and welcoming for employees and visitors.
You will lead the delivery of small capital projects (up to £500k) from inception to completion, working closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal teams. Reporting to the CEO and collaborating with Trustees and the Senior Management Team.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the day‑to‑day maintenance of all properties and facilities, including reactive and emergency situations.
* Develop an effective programme of planned maintenance for all sites, ensuring that the property portfolio is legally compliant and efficiently managed to agreed standards.
* Plan and deliver facilities projects including building renovations, relocations and maintenance activities.
* Lead on smaller capital projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time and within budget while supporting larger‑scale schemes with the capital works group.
* Support the commissioning process with budgets up to £500k from preparation through to handover.
* Work closely with architects, engineers, contractors and internal teams to develop project specifications and ensure compliance.
* Lead Health & Safety standards across all sites, including policies and procedures are kept up to date and communicated, ensuring compliance with regulations and conducting audits.
* Select, manage, and monitor suppliers and contractors to meet performance standards.
* Prepare for the annual safety audit across all BPT sites, reporting any concerns to BPT management.
* Manage ongoing budgets and evaluate quotes and tenders for proposed works.
* Maintain organised and up to date ongoing and project documentation and reporting including contracts, drawings and reports.
Education and Experience
Essential
* 3+ years' experience in a facilities management role with a proven track record of operational excellence.
* Experience managing capital projects, ideally within public buildings.
* Track record leading on the negotiation of contracts.
* Thorough understanding of Health & Safety legislation.
* Experience working collaboratively with multi‑disciplinary teams.
* Committed to sustainability, quality and value for money.
* Strong time management and ability to set targets and deadlines.
* Excellent organisational, verbal, and written communication skills.
Strong IT skills including MS Office. Desirable
* Project Management qualification (e.g., Prince2) and experience in capital works.
* Qualification in health and safety or facilities management (e.g., NEBOSH).
* Experience working within the heritage sector or with historic listed buildings.
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