Job Title
Building Manager
Job Description Summary
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the daily operations and long-term planning of one or more properties. This role ensures the efficient delivery of services including maintenance, health and safety, contractor management, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a blend of technical knowledge, operational leadership, and commercial acumen.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the daily operations of the facility/campus, including cleaning, life safety systems, engineering, and general maintenance.
* Ensure service contracts are regularly reviewed, competitively tendered, and correctly invoiced.
* Supervise all maintenance programmes relating to the condition and appearance of both the interior and exterior of the property.
* Respond promptly to building occupants’ requests for maintenance, repairs, and cleaning.
* Maintain accurate, site-specific documentation and reports including manuals, compliance logs, insurance certificates, and as-built drawings.
* Prepare budgets, financial reports (monthly and quarterly), contracts, and purchase orders.
* Support the development of capital budgets and contribute to a five-year maintenance and improvement plan.
* Collect and analyse data to assess facility management performance and objectives.
* Ensure compliance with the management contract and all relevant vendor agreements.
* Monitor tenant and vendor insurance requirements and coordinate claims.
* Proactively inspect all aspects of the facility and report findings to the Facility Manager.
Experience:
* 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably within commercial or industrial property
* Background in maintenance, construction, engineering, or property operations
* Experience with CMMS/Work Order Management systems
Desirable Qualifications:
* Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or other relevant industry certifications (e.g. IFMA, BOMA)
* Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications
* Understanding of building management systems
* High proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial systems (e.g. Yardi)
INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield” #J-18808-Ljbffr