Estates Manager - Facilities Management
Location: London
Salary: Up to GBP73,000 + Benefits
Working Hours: Monday to Friday: 8am - 5pm
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Estates Manager with a strong technical background to lead our facilities management operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a critical environment, such as a hospital or a PFI contract. This is a key leadership role where you will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of a large-scale estate.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Operational Leadership: Oversee all aspects of estates and facilities management, from strategic planning to day-to-day operations. You will be accountable for the performance of the entire estate, ensuring it is safe, compliant, and maintained to the highest standard.
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Technical Expertise: Utilise your technical background to provide expert guidance and support on all aspects of building services. You will be responsible for ensuring that all mechanical, electrical, and fabric maintenance is carried out efficiently and in line with industry best practices.
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Team & Contractor Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team of in-house engineers and technicians. You will also be responsible for the full lifecycle management of external contractors and specialist service providers.
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Compliance & Assurance: Ensure the estate is fully compliant with all statutory, regulatory, and contractual obligations. You will be responsible for managing all compliance documentation, audits, and health and safety protocols.
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Financial Management: Take full ownership of the estates budget, including forecasting, expenditure, and cost control. You will identify opportunities for cost savings and drive value for money across all services.
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Stakeholder Relations: Act as the primary point of contact for all key stakeholders, including senior management, client representatives, and regulatory bodies. You will build and maintain strong relationships, ensuring clear and effective communication at all times.
What We're Looking For
Essential: A strong technical background in building services with a minimum Level 3 technical qualification (or equivalent).
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Essential: Proven experience in a management role within facilities or estates.
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Essential: Direct experience working within a hospital or a PFI contract is a must.
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Qualifications: A relevant professional qualification in Facilities Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
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Leadership Skills: Exceptional leadership and people management abilities, with a proven track record of developing and managing high-performing teams.
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Commercial Acumen: A solid understanding of financial management, contracts, and procurement.
If you are a driven and experienced Estates Manager looking for a new challenge in a critical and rewarding environment, we encourage you .
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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