Facilities Manager, Commercial Property

Foundation Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Recruitment is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to lead management of Hard and Soft FM services at a busy commercial property in Manchester. You will oversee contractor performance, compliance, budgeting, and service delivery, ensuring value for money and smooth daily operations.

The role requires strong H&S knowledge, team leadership, and the ability to engage with occupiers and on-site teams. IWFM/IOSH membership is desirable and proficiency with MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Facilities Management experience, ideally in commercial property
• Strong understanding of Landlord and Tenant relationships in commercial property
• Experience managing contractors, suppliers and FM services
• IWFM and/or IOSH membership desirable

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor Hard and Soft FM services, ensuring high standards of delivery.
• Support contractor management, including meetings, performance reviews, KPIs and compliance.
• Validate invoices, monitor expenditure and highlight budget variances.
• Assist with Service Charge budgeting and financial management.
• Coordinate maintenance issues and ensure timely resolution, keeping occupiers informed.
• Conduct daily safety tours and regular property inspections.
• Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental procedures are maintained and issues are promptly addressed.
• Build strong relationships with occupiers, contractors and on-site teams.

Skills

Facilities Management

Contract management

Health & Safety

Team management

Communication

Budgeting

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Foundation Recruitment is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to lead management of Hard and Soft FM services at a busy commercial property in Manchester. You will oversee contractor performance, compliance, budgeting, and service delivery, ensuring value for money and smooth daily operations.

The role requires strong H&S knowledge, team leadership, and the ability to engage with occupiers and on-site teams. IWFM/IOSH membership is desirable and proficiency with MS Office is expected.