Building Manager

• Basingstoke
• On-site Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
• £35,000-£40,000

About the Opportunity

An excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial or residential Building Manager, or a Facilities or Property Manager with transferable experience, to take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of a prominent multi-tenanted office building in Basingstoke.

Working client-side on behalf of the building owner, you'll be the visible on-site presence, taking ownership of building operations, maintenance, contractor coordination, compliance and the day-to-day experience of occupiers.

You'll work closely with the managing agent and a Regional Facilities Manager while having the autonomy to manage activity on site, identify issues and ensure they are followed through to resolution.

Why This Role?

• £35,000-£40,000 depending on experience
• Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm (1 hour lunch)
• No shift pattern
• Client-side role with day-to-day ownership of the building
• Varied position combining building operations, maintenance, compliance and occupier relationships
• Opportunity to work within a building undergoing continued investment and refurbishment
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• On-site parking
• Well-connected Basingstoke location, within walking distance of the railway station and town centre

What You'll Do

• Take ownership of the day-to-day operational management and presentation of the building
• Be a visible and approachable point of contact for occupiers, contractors and other stakeholders
• Coordinate maintenance activity, raise and follow through works and ensure issues are resolved effectively
• Manage contractors attending site, monitoring work, standards and safe working practices
• Carry out regular building inspections, identifying maintenance, repair, presentation and compliance requirements
• Maintain accurate building, statutory testing and compliance records
• Support Health & Safety requirements and ensure relevant systems and documentation remain up to date
• Ensure common areas and facilities are clean, safe and professionally presented
• Build positive relationships with occupiers, responding to queries and keeping them informed
• Liaise with the appointed agent around office viewings and the presentation of vacant space
• Work closely with the wider Property and Facilities Management team, escalating significant issues where appropriate

What You'll Bring

• Previous experience in Building Management, Facilities Management or a similar property-related role
• Practical knowledge of building maintenance and the confidence to identify issues and know when specialist input is required
• Experience coordinating contractors and maintenance works
• A good understanding of Health & Safety and building compliance
• Confidence using CAFM or other property, facilities or safety management systems, with CAFM experience preferred
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and online systems
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with occupiers, contractors and stakeholders
• A proactive, organised and practical approach, with the ability to work independently and see issues through to completion
• A professional, approachable and customer-focused manner
• IOSH or an equivalent Health & Safety qualification would be advantageous

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK without restriction.

Interested?

Apply today through Reap Recruitment or contact Donna Edwards for a confidential discussion about this opportunity, your longer-term career goals and the wider property and facilities management market.

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