Operations Manager

BAM UK & Ireland is recruiting an Operations Manager (Non-PFI) to join our FM Segment of the business. The Operations Manager (Non-PFI) is a key leadership role within the Facilities Management division, responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality services across a designated regional portfolio of contracts. Reporting to the Head of Operations, this role ensures operational efficiency, financial performance, and continuous improvement while fostering a culture of compliance, safety, and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate can be based ideally in the West Midlands or surrounding areas.

The Operations Manager will drive best practices, ensure contractual obligations are met, and support the strategic objectives of the business. This role also requires close collaboration with key internal stakeholders including People, Finance, Technical Assurance, FM Systems, and FM Support Services to align operational delivery with broader business goals.

• Oversee the day-to-day management of a regional portfolio, ensuring contracts operate efficiently and in alignment with business objectives.
• Ensure KPIs and SLAs are met or exceeded across all service lines.
• Identify and implement improvements in service delivery to drive operational efficiency and excellence.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure smooth and effective contract delivery.

• Manage regional contract budgets, ensuring financial targets are met and costs are controlled.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and value engineering opportunities.
• Monitor debt management and ensure financial compliance within operational teams.

• Act as the primary point of contact for key clients within the regional portfolio, ensuring strong relationships and high levels of service satisfaction.
• Work with the Head of Operations and Business Development teams to support contract retention and growth opportunities.
• Ensure client requirements and expectations are consistently met and exceeded.

• Ensure full compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all contracts, in line with Bam's 'Everybody, Safe & Well, Everyday'
• Oversee operational risk management, ensuring policies and procedures are followed effectively.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Contract Managers, ensuring high levels of engagement and performance.
• Foster a high-performing, customer-focused culture within the team.
• Support talent development, succession planning, and career progression initiatives.

• Identify and drive operational efficiencies and standardisation across contracts.
• Support the implementation of innovation and best practices to enhance service delivery.
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders to drive improvements and share best practices.

In addition to an attractive salary we offer a significant benefits package which could include;

• Competitive salary
• Company Car or Car allowance
• A wide range of family friendly policies
• 8% matched pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• 26 days holiday
• 2 wellbeing days
• 1 volunteering day
• Personal and professional development
• Flexible benefit pot

This role presents an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and results-oriented leader to shape the future of non-PFI operations within a growing Facilities Management business. If you are passionate about operational excellence, financial performance, and team leadership, this role offers a…