Senior Facilities Manager PRS Portfolio

An exciting Senior FM opportunity in a unique and rapidly expanding real estate company. The role will be working alongside the department heads of the residential, commercial, hotel and leisure teams.

The FM functions with each department are managed fully in house in-house and this role has the potential to shape the group’s entire FM strategy. At the outset, it is intended this role will be focused on the residential portfolio and will expand to the wider group following proven initial performance. 

This opportunity is unique, the job is varied and provides good levels of autonomy and support. Over the next 12 months, we intend to review all current FM processes and reshape where appropriate to drive efficiency and deliver best-in-class service. This role will be a key part in that project and will be key in delivering the new SOP’s and strategy.

Additionally, the company has a development pipeline of approximately 2,500 residential apartments and 15 hotels. The chosen candidate will develop an FM strategy, onboard and be a key contributor the launch of those assets.

Candidate

We are looking for someone with someone with 4-5 years’ experience working at a mid-level to senior role in real estate FM. The person needs to be willing to drive the performance of the team and external suppliers. They need to able to work independently and apply a common-sense approach to their daily work. This is a role that is fast paced and challenging, the right candidate will be able to work independently and willing to develop their skillset where required to take on a wide range of responsibilities.

Examples of tasks and responsibilities

Oversee compliance

·        Engineering

·        H&S Risk Assessments

·        Fire Risk Assessments

·        Fire compliance

·        Risk management

General facilities management

·        Identify and drive delivery of minor and major capex projects

·        PPM services

·        Conduct regular inspections. Resolve any major problems detected

·        Implement and manage a robust PPM schedule

Requirements and skills:

·        Mechanical and Electrical background

·        Fire safety knowledge

·        Proven experience as facilities manager or relevant position

·        Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·        Excellent organizational and leadership skills

·        Good analytical/critical thinking

·        Relevant professional qualification (e.g. CFM) will be an advantage