Facilities Manager

Description

Facilities Manager (Soft FM)

Location: East London

Pay: £232.58 Per day PAYE (Inc Holiday) | £313.42 Per day LTD Umbrella

About the Role

Service Care Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Facilities Manager on behalf of an East London local authority.

This is a senior leadership position responsible for the strategic and operational delivery of Soft Facilities Management (FM) services across a large corporate estate. You will ensure high-quality, efficient, and compliant service delivery while driving continuous improvement, sustainability, and value for money.

You will support the Head of Corporate Soft FM and deputise where required, playing a key role in shaping FM strategy, managing contracts, and leading both internal teams and external service providers.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery and development of Soft FM services across the corporate estate

Manage internal Facilities teams and external contractors delivering services including cleaning, security, reception, and post room functions

Deputise for the Head of Corporate Soft FM when required

Oversee contract management, procurement activity, and service level agreements

Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, health & safety legislation, and organisational policies

Drive continuous improvement and innovation across FM services

Manage budgets effectively and ensure value for money delivery

Support carbon reduction and sustainability initiatives aligned with organisational climate goals

Provide performance reporting and data analysis to senior leadership

Act as intelligent client for Soft FM services and coordinate events within corporate buildings

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners

About You

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Management professional with strong leadership ability and a proven track record in delivering complex FM services, ideally within a public sector environment.

Essential requirements:

Significant experience in Facilities Management at a senior level

Proven ability to lead teams and manage external contractors

Strong experience in contract management and procurement processes

Ability to manage budgets and deliver value for money services

Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills

IOSH Managing Safely qualification xjnqpsq

Membership of a relevant FM professional body (e.g. IWFM)

Strong IT skills including Microsoft 365 / Google Workspace and CAFM systemsDesirable:

NEBOSH qualification

Degree or relevant Facilities Management qualification

Experience working within local government or public sector estates What is on Offer:

Senior leadership role within a major public sector estate

Opportunity to shape FM strategy and service delivery

Exposure to large-scale operational and strategic facilities management

Supportive environment with scope for professional development

Apply Now:

If you are an experienced Facilities Manager looking for your next leadership challenge in East London, apply today by contacting Prakash, emailing (url removed) or call (phone number removed)

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