Facilities Manager

Skillmatch Recruitment Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm in Oxford is seeking a Facilities Manager. This role involves managing projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring health and safety compliance. The ideal candidate has significant experience in FM management, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement. This opportunity offers excellent career development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Operations Manager within FM management and small works projects.
• Experience overseeing sub-contractors and ensuring delivery against CPI, KPI, and PI targets.
• Strong knowledge of management information and operational finance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality delivery and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Manage and coordinate sub-contractors to deliver projects efficiently.
• Lead on audit preparation, management information reporting, and operational finance tracking.

Skills

Strong people management skills

Financial management expertise

Health and safety awareness

Proficient in IT and Microsoft Office

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Facilities Manager who wants to work in a diverse role where no two days are the same. Our client is one of the largest facilities management and maintenance contractors in the UK, offering market leading opportunities for talented professionals looking for long term career progression. Due to an increase in upcoming projects, there is now a need for a Facilities Manager to join this highly successful and forward-thinking organisation.

Responsibilities

• All additional works on behalf of the client, ensuring high-quality delivery and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Manage and coordinate sub-contractors to deliver projects efficiently, safely, and within budget.
• Monitor performance against CPI, KPI, and PI targets, ensuring continual improvement and client satisfaction.
• Control and monitor project costs, achieving agreed financial and operational targets.
• Lead on audit preparation, management information reporting, and operational finance tracking.
• Engage with key stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships and drive collaborative success.
• Manage and motivate multi-disciplinary teams, promoting a culture of accountability and performance.
• Ensure health and safety compliance across all works, demonstrating awareness of OSH and CDM standards.
• Support business growth through proactive problem-solving and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Operations Manager within FM management and small works projects.
• Strong people management skills, with experience overseeing sub-contractors and ensuring delivery against CPI, KPI, and PI targets.
• Financial management expertise, including cost control, budget achievement, and operational reporting.
• Experience supporting and participating in audit processes with strong knowledge of management information and operational finance.
• Proven ability to engage and manage relationships with key stakeholders and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Health and safety awareness with a valid OSH certificate and understanding of CDM regulations.
• Proficient in IT and Microsoft Office applications.
• Minimum City & Guilds Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in mechanical, electrical, building services, or air conditioning/refrigeration.

If you feel you have the necessary skills set and experience to perform this Facilities Manager, and you are interested in an opportunity offering unparalleled career development, please apply now