Interim School Estates & Facilities Lead

Michael Page Property and Construction; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page Property and Construction is recruiting an Interim Estates & Facilities Manager to lead the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and development of the school estate in London, ensuring a safe and well-maintained environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will manage contractors, budgets, and compliance with health and safety law, oversee planned maintenance and service providers, and drive sustainability initiatives while supporting events and keeping accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience managing facilities/estate operations in education or public sector.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Experience managing contractors, suppliers, and SLAs.
• Budget management and cost control experience.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Desirable: IOSH/NEBOSH/IWFM qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and development of the school estate.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, statutory, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage planned maintenance programmes and reactive repairs.
• Oversee contractors and service providers for value for money.
• Manage facilities budgets and expenditure.
• Develop and implement estate improvements and sustainability initiatives.
• Ensure security, cleaning, grounds maintenance, and waste management services are delivered.
• Act as lead contact for site emergencies and business continuity planning.
• Support school events and maintain records of compliance, inspections, and maintenance.

Skills

Facilities management

Health & safety

Contractor management

Budget management

Leadership & communication

Customer-focused

Education

IOSH

NEBOSH

IWFM

Tools

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Job description

Michael Page Property and Construction is recruiting an Interim Estates & Facilities Manager to lead the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and development of the school estate in London, ensuring a safe and well-maintained environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will manage contractors, budgets, and compliance with health and safety law, oversee planned maintenance and service providers, and drive sustainability initiatives while supporting events and keeping accurate records.