Facilities Manager / Estates Manager
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| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Manchester, Greater Manchester,United Kingdom,North West |
| Area | North West, England |
| Sector | ConstructionConstruction - Other construction roles |
| Salary | £50000 - £55000 per annum + Car Allowance, Pension etc |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | 894388_1542378680 |
| Job Views | 27 |
- Description
Facilities / Estates Manager Job Purpose:
Come and join a residential lettings business with a difference. This company designs, builds, owns and maintains the homes and communities it creates.
Due to achieving successful growth plans over the last 18 months, our client is looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to join the team, to provide FM planning for the estate across all geographical regions at a senior level; managing the development of the Asset Management Plan and production of operational processes throughout the maintenance service delivery function.
The role will include for the development of strategic planning documents / reports / plans as well as the management and direction of the maintenance team who are present within the field.
As the ideal candidate you will have a background in maintenance, both reactive and planned, and will have grown that functionality in either a private sector or HA provider.
Knowledge of statutory obligations and best practice are required.
Duties:
- Manage the overall services provided across the Estate
- Create a suitable environment for the purpose and needs of the residents
- Use best business practices to manage and reduce operational costs
- Create a budget for various facility needs and expenses
- Compare costs for various services and goods before choosing the best options for the facility
- Manage the maintenance of the building by performing repairs or contracting maintenance services as needed
- Track building upkeep as well as anticipated long- and short-term improvements and maintenance
- Keep the surrounding grounds properly cared for and landscaped
- Interview and hire certain facility employees and contractors, such as maintenance staff
- Handle certain administrative tasks, such as preparing reports for company directors
- Ensure the security of the buildings by researching and implementing various security measures, such as surveillance cameras or security staff members
- Respond to emergency situations or other urgent issues involving the facilities.
Skills and Qualifications:
- A BSc degree in business management, facilities management, or a related field;
- problem-solving and analytical skills;
- time-management skills;
- maintenance experience;
- familiarity with building upkeep, structural issues, and grounds maintenance;
- budgeting skills;
- good interpersonal and communication skills;
- multi-tasking skills;
- organisational and planning skills;
- leadership skills;
- ability to guide and motivate employees.
