Building Manager / Facilities Manager

Novax Recruitment; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Building Manager to oversee a Grade A office complex in Warrington. The role includes responsibilities for health & safety, building management, tenant relations, and facilities maintenance. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of experience, relevant qualifications, and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

23 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 after 12 months)

6-month probation period

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Facilities Management or Building Management.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of commercial M&E, HVAC, and plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fire systems, alarms, risk assessments, and safety audits.
• Manage M&E systems, cleaning, security, landscaping, and repairs.
• Handle tenancy negotiations, viewings, renewals, and licence agreements.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation

Health & Safety Compliance

M&E Systems Knowledge

Education

Health & Safety qualification (IOSH or equivalent)

Job description

Building Manager – Job Description

Warrington

We are seeking an experienced Building Manager to oversee a Grade A office complex, either comprising 3 buildings (42,000 sqft net lettable) or 1 building (24,000 sqft net lettable)

This role reports directly to the Head of Facilities and includes responsibilities for building management, tenant relations, and facilities maintenance.

Building Manager – Job Description

Warrington

We are seeking an experienced Building Manager to oversee a Grade A office complex, either comprising 3 buildings (42,000 sqft net lettable) or 1 building (24,000 sqft net lettable)

This role reports directly to the Head of Facilities and includes responsibilities for building management, tenant relations, and facilities maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Health & Safety: Oversee fire systems, alarms, risk assessments, safety audits, and contractor inductions. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and water management (ACOP L8).
• Building & Facilities Management: Manage M&E systems, cleaning, security, landscaping, and repairs. Monitor BMS systems, troubleshoot faults, and conduct daily walk–throughs.
• Tenant Management & Lettings: Handle tenancy negotiations, viewings, renewals, and licence agreements. Maintain positive relationships with tenants and address queries promptly.
• Budget & Finance: Assist in setting and managing income, service charge, and expenditure budgets. Oversee procurement, contractor management, and invoice processing.
• Project Management: Manage routine maintenance contracts and oversee asset lifecycle replacements and building projects.
• General Operations: Ensure buildings are always in A1 condition, secure, and compliant with health & safety standards. Support marketing campaigns and ensure maximum space utilization.

Key Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in Facilities Management or Building Management.
• Health & Safety qualification (IOSH or equivalent).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of commercial M&E, HVAC, and plumbing systems.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, with occasional out–of–hours attendance.

Benefits: 23 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 after 12 months). 6–month probation period.