Facilities Manager

Your new company
A high-profile, government-backed organisation responsible for managing one of the UK's largest and most complex property portfolios.
Your new role They are seeking an experienced Interim Facilities Manager to join their Regional Delivery team on a 12-month contract.As Interim Facilities Manager, you will take ownership of service delivery across a diverse estate, acting as the key interface between stakeholders, suppliers, and end users. You'll ensure facilities operations run efficiently, assets remain compliant, and service standards are consistently met.You'll be responsible for reducing asset downtime through proactive management and ensuring a high-quality, responsive FM service.
Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary FM contact across your allocated site(s)
• Oversee delivery of hard and soft FM services, both directly and via supply partners
• Manage contractor performance against KPIs and contractual obligations
• Support delivery of maintenance, reactive repairs, and minor works programmes
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, statutory, and regulatory requirements
• Act as an escalation point for service delivery issues, driving resolution
• Lead on stakeholder engagement, maintaining strong working relationships across site users and partners
• Chair site meetings and support governance and reporting processes.
• Monitor site risks and ensure mitigation plans are in place
• Promote and support sustainability initiatives across the estate

What you'll need to succeed

• ALL CANDIDATES NEED LIVE AND TRANSFERABLE SC CLEARANCE
• Strong background in facilities or property management
• Experience managing suppliers and service contracts
• Proven ability in stakeholder engagement and customer service
• Good understanding of compliance, H&S, and operational risk management
• Able to work at pace in a contract environment and make informed decisions quickly
  • Experience within public sector or large, complex estates
  • Knowledge of statutory compliance, building regulations, and FM best practice
  • Progression towards a relevant professional qualification

What you'll get in return
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering critical infrastructure and facilities services that directly support essential national operations.Hybrid working (3 days per week in office)
Competitive day rate
Initial 12-month contract

What you need to do now
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