Facilities Manager

Candidate Source Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee Hard FM services within the education sector. This role involves managing service delivery, procurement, and contract management across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and efficiency. You will have the opportunity to shape best practices and drive sustainability initiatives while working collaboratively with educational Trusts. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits, this position is perfect for a strategic leader looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Local Government pension

Discounts with Microsoft & Dell

Discounted gym membership

Health benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Access to counselling service

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Hard FM leadership within a multi-site environment.
• Strong contract management and procurement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Hard FM services across the estate.
• Manage contracts and suppliers for cost-effectiveness and compliance.

Skills

Hard FM leadership

Contract management

Procurement skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic mindset

Job description

Facilities Manager - Education Sector

An experienced Facilities Manager is required for an interesting role within the education sector. You will oversee the efficient and high-quality delivery of Hard FM across the estate, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and value for money.

Along with a salary of up to £55,000 per annum (depending on experience), benefits include a Local Government pension with enhanced Employer contributions, up to 30% discount with Microsoft & Dell, discounted gym membership, health benefits, Cycle to work scheme, and access to a counselling service.

You will be based in North Bristol and must be able to travel to all sites across the Bristol area (easily commutable from Bristol, Bath, Gloucester, and South Wales).

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Estates and Facilities, you will:

• Lead and manage Hard FM services across the estate, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
• Lead procurement and contract management for Hard FM suppliers and services.
• Provide advisory support, including on sustainability and emissions efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee minor building and improvement projects within the capital plan.
• Lead the delivery of the rolling maintenance plan.
• Manage contracts and suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Act as a subject matter expert on sustainability and carbon emissions efficiency.
• Lead procurement for Hard FM suppliers and services.
• Advise senior leadership and stakeholders on Hard FM and future improvements.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in Hard FM leadership within a multi-site environment.
• Strong contract management and procurement skills.
• Experience managing estates projects across multiple sites.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• A strategic mindset to drive efficiencies and improvements.

This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the quality and efficiency of Hard FM services and to work collaboratively across two educational Trusts, shaping sector best practices.

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