Reed is currently partnering with a prestigious client to recruit an experienced Estates & Operations Manager. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in managing the day-to-day operations of the Estates and Facilities department, ensuring the delivery of a range of services and varied functions at a vibrant educational campus.
What Will You Do?
As the Estates & Operations Manager, you will support the Head of Estates and Facilities in:
- Ensuring Effective Operations: Oversee the daily delivery of estate operations, capital projects, and statutory compliance. Your leadership will ensure the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and infrastructure, keeping the estate presentable and functional.
- Strategic Project Management: Collaborate with senior stakeholders including the Director of Finance and IT & Facilities to deliver an ambitious estate development programme. Your strategic input will be crucial in developing annual capital programmes and managing the Estates and Facilities budget.
- Team Leadership: Manage a diverse team encompassing Maintenance, Logistics, Domestic teams, and Reception services. Your guidance will be key in fostering a productive work environment and ensuring all mandatory training is completed.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Maintain rigorous health and safety standards across the campus, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and managing the asbestos register and management plan.
What Do You Need to Succeed?
- Proven Experience: Over 3 years of management experience in a similar role, with a background in building maintenance or building services maintenance within a customer-focused environment.
- Strong Regulatory Knowledge: Excellent understanding of compliance regulations within an Estates/Facilities environment and Health and Safety in the Workplace.
- Leadership Skills: Experience in staff leadership, management, and development, capable of directing a team to achieve excellent results.
- Project Management Prowess: Skilled in budget management, procurement, tendering, and the delivery of PPM and capital programs.
- Advanced IT Skills: Proficient in MS Office packages, CAFM, BMS, and NET2, enhancing your ability to manage projects and maintain essential data.
- Educational and Professional Qualifications: Facilities/Building Services/M&E/Surveying or a related subject at level 5 or above or equivalent experience. NEBOSH or IOSH minimum.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Work: Make a tangible difference in the operational success of an educational institution dedicated to safety and excellence.
- Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment that values innovation and efficiency.
- Competitive Package: Attractive salary and benefits, reflecting your importance to our team and contribution to our goals.
Ready to Apply?
If you are driven, detail-oriented, and ready for a challenge, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to