Client-Side Facilities Manager - North West

Macdonald & Company; Bolton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Macdonald & Company is partnering with a well-established UK property business to recruit a Facilities Manager. You will oversee a diversified portfolio of commercial assets, ensuring high standards of operation and performance across hard and soft services.

Working with tenants, suppliers and internal teams, you will balance cost control with compliance, customer service and sustainability. This is a high-experience environment where practical expertise and commercial acumen are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing hard and soft services.
• Strong ability to coordinate with tenants and contractors.
• Commercial awareness and cost control focus.
• Organisation and proactive problem solving.
• Proven ability to operate across multiple properties.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hard and soft services to maintain buildings.
• Build and maintain relationships with tenants, suppliers and internal teams.
• Balance operational priorities with compliance and customer service.
• Lead contractor management and cost control initiatives.

Skills

Facilities management

Contractor management

Budget control

Job description

I am partnering with a well-established name in the UK property sector, with a diverse and substantial portfolio of commercial real estate. With a long-term approach to property ownership and management, the business has built a strong position in the market and continues to focus on maintaining the quality, performance and value of its assets.

What sets the organisation apart is the combination of its property portfolio and the depth of experience within its teams. Property, building and facilities management specialists work closely together, bringing practical expertise, sound commercial judgement and a proactive approach to the day-to-day operation of the estate. This creates an environment where high standards are expected, professional knowledge is valued, and effective collaboration plays an important role in the success of the business.

The opportunity will suit a Facilities Manager who wants to operate within a well-resourced, professionally run property environment, taking ownership of building performance while working alongside knowledgeable colleagues and established industry professionals.

As Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that a portfolio of properties is maintained and operated to a consistently high standard. You will broadly oversee hard and soft services & building strong working relationships will be central to the position, with regular interaction across tenants, suppliers, contractors and internal teams.

We are seeking an organised and commercially aware Facilities Manager. One that is confident managing contractors and internal teams, and capable of balancing operational priorities with compliance, customer service and cost control.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected property business where you can apply your expertise across a varied portfolio and make a tangible contribution to the quality and performance of its buildings.