General Manager Facilities

We are currently recruiting for an experienced General Manager - SPV Hard Services to join a well-established infrastructure and facilities management organisation overseeing a major PFI/PPP portfolio based in Barnet.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for an individual with strong Hard FM, technical compliance and contract management expertise within the PFI environment. The successful candidate will act as the key representative for the SPV across all Hard Services matters, ensuring statutory and mandatory compliance is delivered effectively through the FM supply chain while protecting the Project Company’s commercial and operational interests.

The role will involve managing and monitoring subcontractor performance, auditing statutory compliance, overseeing lifecycle and variation works, supporting handback requirements and maintaining strong relationships with clients, funders, stakeholders and service providers. You will also deputise for the Senior General Manager when required and take a leading role in technical problem solving, risk management and commercial oversight.

Candidates should have a strong background in Hard FM and building services, with good experience across mechanical, electrical and building systems. Previous exposure to PFI/SPV environments, compliance auditing, lifecycle delivery, contract administration and FM project management is highly desirable. You will need to be commercially aware, technically competent and confident managing stakeholder relationships at all levels.

This position would suit an experienced Hard Services Manager, Technical Services Manager, Estates Manager, FM Operations Manager or SPV professional looking to progress into a broader strategic management role within a complex operational environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing statutory and mandatory Hard FM compliance
• Monitoring FM contractor performance and PMS deductions
• Overseeing lifecycle, variations and small works
• Supporting handback planning and delivery
• Managing technical and commercial risks
• Leading compliance audits and reporting
• Supporting dispute resolution and change management
• Building strong relationships with clients, funders and subcontractors
• Assisting with board reporting and stakeholder communications

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong Hard FM and technical building services knowledge
• Experience within PFI, PPP or SPV environments
• Good understanding of H&S, statutory compliance and FM legislation
• Strong commercial and contractual awareness
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work autonomously
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and highly respected organisation delivering critical infrastructure services across complex public sector environments, offering long-term career progression and exposure to high-profile projects.