Senior Building Manager

Catch 22 are working with a leading property management organisation who are seeking an experienced Senior Building Manager to take responsibility for a prestigious commercial property in Manchester, near Trafford Centre.

This is an outstanding opportunity to manage a landmark, multi-occupancy asset, taking ownership of all hard and soft FM services, contractor performance, occupier engagement, health & safety compliance and operational excellence. The successful candidate will also play a key role in driving service improvements, supporting strategic FM initiatives and leading on-site service partners to ensure the property continues to operate to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and ongoing performance of all hard and soft FM services across the building.
• Manage specialist contractors through KPI-led performance management, contract reviews and monthly supplier meetings.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance programmes and ensure statutory compliance across the property.
• Manage service charge expenditure, invoice approvals and budget monitoring, identifying and reporting any significant variances.
• Lead minor works projects from inception through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and to a high standard.
• Conduct regular building inspections, audits and health & safety reviews.
• Provide leadership and oversight of cleaning, security and maintenance providers, chairing regular operational meetings and driving service excellence.
• Build strong relationships with occupiers, stakeholders, local businesses and service partners to enhance the customer experience.
• Drive occupier engagement initiatives, community events and sustainability-focused activities across the property.
• Support business continuity planning, emergency preparedness and wider regional FM projects.

Ideal candidate

• At least 4 years' experience within Facilities Management, with a strong understanding of managing agent responsibilities.
• Experience managing a large-scale, trophy commercial building or estate.
• Strong knowledge of both hard and soft FM services and contractor management.
• Proven experience managing teams and leading service providers to deliver exceptional standards.
• Excellent understanding of landlord and tenant relationships within commercial property.
• Strong commercial awareness, service charge budget management and contract management experience.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation and compliance requirements within commercial property.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (essential).
• IWFM membership or working towards membership (highly desirable).

Role details

• Salary up to £50,000.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Opportunity to manage a flagship commercial asset within a leading property management organisation.
• Join a business renowned for delivering exceptional customer service and operational excellence.
• Genuine career development opportunities within a highly respected property consultancy.

If you're an experienced Building Manager, Senior Facilities Manager or Facilities Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.