Hard FM Manager

Hard FM Manager – Kent based Council
£450 per day Umbrella / £345 PAYE (Inside IR35)
37 Hours per Week
3 Month Contract
We are currently recruiting for a Hard FM Manager to join Kent based Council on an interim basis for an initial 3-month contract.

This is a senior Facilities Management role responsible for overseeing the delivery of Hard FM services across the Council's estate, ensuring statutory compliance, effective contract management and high-quality service delivery. The successful candidate will lead Hard FM operations, manage contractor performance and support the strategic management of the Council's facilities portfolio.

As Hard FM Manager, you will be responsible for managing Hard FM contracts and supply chain partners, ensuring services are delivered in line with contractual requirements, budgets and performance standards. You will provide leadership to Hard FM Supervisors across Mechanical, Electrical and Fabric disciplines, driving service improvements and ensuring compliance across the estate.
You will work closely with the Head of FM Delivery, Facilities and Energy Programme Manager and wider stakeholders to ensure facilities services support the Council's operational and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the operational delivery of Hard FM contracts and associated contractors
Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with agreed service levels
Lead, manage and develop Hard FM Supervisors and operational teams
Conduct performance reviews, audits and contract monitoring activities
Identify service delivery issues and implement mitigation plans where required
Maintain accurate compliance records and ensure statutory obligations are met
Monitor budgets and expenditure, ensuring value for money and effective resource management
Support the delivery of energy management and sustainability initiatives
Produce reports and performance information for senior management
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, service providers and contractors
Support the Head of FM Delivery and provide cover when requiredRequirements

Degree qualification in Facilities Management or a related discipline
Extensive experience managing Hard FM services within a large and complex property portfolio
Strong contract management experience, including NEC and JCT contracts
Detailed knowledge of statutory compliance, including Fire Safety, Asbestos, Legionella, Gas, Electrical and Lift Compliance
Knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and Golden Thread principles
Experience leading and developing FM teams within a senior management environment
Strong budget management and financial monitoring experience
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience working within a public sector environment is highly desirable
NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification would be advantageous
IWFM Level 6 or Chartered status would be beneficialIf you're interested in the role, or know someone who may be, please get in touch for more information.
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Contact: James Glover at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or via email at (url removed)