The Facilities Contract Transition Manager will oversee the onboarding of the new supplier, liaising with the incumbent, and managing their interactions and handover.
Client Details
The Client is a Swiss-based international non-governmental organisation founded in 1961 that works in the field of wilderness preservation and the reduction of human impact on the environment
Description
- Establish the handover process for the change in supplier, to take place at the start of October 2024
- Primary contact for both the new supplier and the incumbent, and responsible for their interactions
- Ensure that the relevant manuals and procedures are complete and that service records are up to date
- Identify in advance any ongoing issues or repairs to be affected beyond the start of October, at which point the incumbent will not be involved
- Ensure good communication between the incumbent and the new supplier, with a clear timetable of meetings, information exchanges and onsite meetings/demonstrations as required
- Establish a change plan in order that WWF-UK colleagues will be aware of how any procedures (and so their responsibilities) may change
- Work with WWF-UK colleagues to ensure that the new supplier has identified and trained relevant staff to be on-site for the contract start date
- Ensure that contractual obligations are met, both in terms of the conclusion of the existing arrangement, and the introduction of the new one
- Lead on discussions with both suppliers, and ensure WWF-UK obligations are met
- Work with WWF-UK colleagues on internal and external communications of the change in supplier, including introductions and what to expect in terms of people, services etc
Profile
- Proven experience in facilities management and particularly in contract delivery:
- Understanding of BREEAM and other relevant certifications including FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) that are minimum criteria for WWF-UK;
- Experience of contract management as well as managing and allocating financial, people and other resources effectively to meet objectives;
- Experience of leading tender processes related to general estates management including hard and soft services;
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve results;
- IOSH trained (or equivalent) - knowledge and experience of risk management and risk assessments
- Incident and crisis response background knowledge or experience
- Relevant NEBOSH (The National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) qualification is an advantage;
Job Offer
- Competitive salary
- Potential Permanent role
- Potential progression