Building Manager

Building Manager – Global University Systems

Global University Systems is an international education group, empowering students to transform their lives through education. We believe that education drives careers, lives, and society forward, enabling a brighter and more sustainable future for all.

As part of the continued development of the group we are implementing a new Operating Model and setting up central service departments. These teams will support our institutions by enabling them to focus on providing our students with the best education experiences and, will also enable GUS to benefit from economies of scale through centres of excellence.

The Building Manager has primary responsibility and accountability for the day‑to‑day management of their buildings, ensuring that the numerous and varied users find our buildings both welcoming and fit for purpose. They will also manage service contracts, ensuring all relevant policies & procedures are implemented and be the point of contact for all users relating to the building and facilities, ensuring that a compliant, safe, healthy and comfortable environment is provided.

• Liaison and relationships
• Customer Service / Support
• Compliance
• Organisation

• Management qualification or experience at management level in FM or building services.

• Successful experience of managing partnerships and 3rd party stakeholders.
• Experience of working in a facilities environment
• Experience of providing a high standard of customer care
• Experience of managing PPMs and contractors
• Experience of maintaining accurate statutory compliance and building files/asset records
• Planning and co‑ordinating workloads
• Experience of building security and safety regimes and business continuity

• A track record of effective stakeholder management.
• Supplier relationship management and contract management
• The ability to effectively communicate complex technical issues to building users
• Demonstrable record of strong FM service delivery management and continual improvement.
• Good understanding of Soft and Hard FM services
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills and proven administrative ability
• High level of IT literacy, including use Microsoft Office suite
• Strong working knowledge and experience of Health & Safety regulations
• Strong working knowledge and experience in BMS
• Report writing skills

  Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

  Seniority level
  • Mid‑Senior level
  Employment type
  • Full‑time
  Job function
  • Customer Service
  Industries
  • Education and Facilities Services