Group Head of Asset Management (M&E)

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Group Head of Asset Management (M&E) to oversee the maintenance and management of its diverse estate portfolio. The successful candidate will lead operational teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and drive asset improvements while adhering to budget constraints. This role offers the opportunity to make significant contributions to the university's development and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large operational teams.
• Demonstrable strong technical knowledge in asset management.
• Ability to prioritize effectively within budget constraints.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of planned preventative maintenance.
• Implement improvements and upgrades to M&E assets.
• Manage outsourced facilities management contracts.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Technical knowledge of building services

Job description

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Group Head of Asset Management (M&E), Maidstone

Client:

London South Bank University

Location:

Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

07.06.2025

Expiry Date:

22.07.2025

Job Description:

London South Bank University (LSBU) is one of London's largest and oldest universities with 31,000 students and approximately 2,000 staff. Since 1892, the University has been providing vocationally-relevant, accredited, and professionally recognized education. The University owns a large estate portfolio across Central London, including over 20 buildings totaling 120,000m2. LSBU has invested significantly in its estate and has ambitious development plans.

Our focus is on real-world relevance. We offer industry-relevant degrees that help students excel, acquire lifelong skills, and meet employer expectations. Our vision is to transform lives and communities through applied education and insight, making a tangible impact by changing lives, building communities, and fostering equality of opportunity.

The Group Head of Asset Management (M&E) will oversee the delivery of planned preventative maintenance and asset replacement management by outsourced facilities management providers across the LSBU estate. The role includes planning and implementing improvements and upgrades to M&E assets as part of the estate master planning, considering developments at campuses in Southwark, Havering, Croydon, Lambeth, and Southwark.

This position suits candidates with proven experience managing large, diverse estate operational teams and outsourced contracts. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical knowledge of building services, excellent stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and the ability to prioritize effectively within budget constraints.

Closing date for applications is Sunday, 29th June 2025.

Candidate packs are available at Group Head of Asset Management (M&E).

The Management Recruitment Group is exclusively handling this campaign. All applications, including third-party submissions, will be directed to them.