Group Head of Asset Management (M&E)

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in London seeks a Group Head of Asset Management (M&E) to oversee maintenance and asset management across multiple campuses. The role requires strong leadership and technical knowledge in building services, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement and prioritization within budget. Applications due by 29th June 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience managing large estates and operational teams essential.
• Ability to prioritize within budget constraints.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of planned preventative maintenance.
• Manage asset replacement for the LSBU Group Estate.
• Plan improvements and upgrades to M&E assets.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Technical knowledge of building services

Job description

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Group Head of Asset Management (M&E), Swindon, Wiltshire

Client:

London South Bank University

Location:

Swindon, Wiltshire, 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. LSBU has a large estate portfolio across Central London, with over 20 buildings totaling 120,000m2, and has invested heavily in estate development with ambitious plans.

Our focus is on industry-relevant degrees that equip students with skills for life and meet employer needs. Our vision is to transform lives, communities, businesses, and society through applied education and insight. We aim to make a positive impact by building communities, strengthening society, and ensuring equal opportunities for all.

The Group Head of Asset Management (M&E) will oversee the delivery of planned preventative maintenance and asset replacement management for the LSBU Group Estate, working with outsourced facilities management providers. The role includes planning and implementing improvements and upgrades to M&E assets across campuses at Southwark, Havering, Croydon, Lambeth, and Southwark, aligning with estate master planning and organizational development initiatives.

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

Application deadline is Sunday, 29th June 2025.

Candidate packs can be viewed at Group Head of Asset Management (M&E).

The Management Recruitment Group is exclusively handling this campaign. All applications will be forwarded to them, including those from third parties.