Interim Head of Facilities Management

Carrington West; England; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an Interim Head of Facilities Management to oversee operational estates in London. The role involves managing budgets, optimizing facilities, and leading teams, requiring a minimum of 5 years' experience in strategic property and facilities management, preferably in local government or large organizations. The position offers £600 per day with hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in strategic property and facilities management.
• Proven experience leading operational estates and workplace strategies.
• Strong track record in managing multi-million-pound budgets.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Property & Assets in leading Facilities Management.
• Drive the delivery of the workplace strategy and operational efficiency.
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance for the operational estate.

Skills

Strategic property management

Facilities management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Budget management

Job description

Interim Head of Facilities Management

£600p/d Umbrella (INSIDE IR35)

4 Months Initially (with view for extension)

London Borough of Brent | Hybrid Working

What will you do?

• Support the Director of Property & Assets in leading the Council's Facilities Management, Audio Visual, and Energy functions.
• Drive the delivery of the Council's workplace strategy, optimising operational buildings for efficiency, safety, compliance, and service delivery.
• Manage the operational estate, including maintenance, compliance, Hard and Soft FM, Audio Visual, and energy services.
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance, capital improvement projects, and investment plans to improve building performance and compliance.
• Lead supplier and contractor management, including procurement, contract governance, performance monitoring, and value-for-money assessments.
• Provide strategic advice and guidance on workplace, energy, and facilities matters to support the political administration and front-line services.
• Identify service-wide objectives, manage risk, and ensure team development and performance.
• Support cross-council initiatives and act as a key point of contact for energy-related matters with external organisations.

What do you need?

To be successful in your application for this role you will need to demonstrate ALL the following on application and through the interview process:

• UK Resident
• Minimum 5 years' experience in strategic property, facilities, and estates management, preferably within local government or large multi-site organisations.
• Proven experience leading operational estates, workplace strategies, and facilities management teams.
• Strong track record in managing multi-million-pound budgets, contracts, and capital investment programmes.
• Demonstrable experience in workspace optimisation, building compliance, and service transformation.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, including experience working with senior leaders and political administrations.
• Experience in people leadership, team development, and driving service performance.
• A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to work outside of standard hours if required.

What to do next?

This is a unique opportunity and the role will move quickly. To avoid missing out, please apply today with a copy of your CV before Thursday 30th October