Pareto Facilities Management Ltd
Building Manager
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Building Manager – Facilities Management
Location: Blythe Valley Business Park, Solihull (B90) – Site-Based Hours: 40 hours per week (Flexible: 8:00am – 5:00pm)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced, customer-focused Building Manager to lead operational delivery of Facilities Management (FM) services across a prestigious corporate campus comprising three large commercial buildings. This role is a high-visibility leadership position, requiring accountability for statutory compliance, operational excellence, supplier performance, health & safety, financial management, and customer satisfaction.
As part of a growing and ambitious organisation, successful candidates thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy leading teams, and are committed to driving continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Facilities Management & Compliance
- Lead day-to-day FM services, including hard and soft FM across the campus.
- Ensure full compliance with permits to work (PPMs), statutory inspections, and remedial works.
- Manage compliance with key UK legislation, including:
- Building Safety Act 2022
- Health & Safety at Work Act
- Fire Safety Regulations
- CDM Regulations
- Asbestos Management
- Legionella (ACOP L8)
- Electricity at Work Regulations
- Gas Safety Regulations
- LOLER & PUWER
- Environmental and waste compliance
- Oversee permit to work systems and contractor control processes.
- Support business continuity planning, emergency response, and incident investigations.
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Supplier & Contractor Management
- Manage supplier performance against KPIs and SLAs, including contractor reviews and continuous improvement.
- Ensure competency documentation, RAMS, and statutory certifications are maintained.
- Support procurement activities, onboarding, and contract renewals.
- Drive cost control and value-added supplier management.
Operational Leadership
- Oversee building performance and service delivery standards.
- Manage reactive/planned maintenance, security, cleaning, waste, landscaping, reception, and technical services.
- Conduct regular site inspections and quality audits.
- Coordinate responses to operational incidents and emergencies.
Financial Management
- Manage operational budgets and financial performance.
- Produce monthly forecasts, accruals, and financial reports.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and support contract retention/business growth.
Leadership & People Management
- Lead, coach, and develop site-based teams.
- Conduct performance reviews and ensure training/competency adherence.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and health & safety.
- Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Serve as the primary operational client contact.
- Build relationships with occupiers, stakeholders, and suppliers.
- Produce and present operational/compliance reports.
- Enhance customer satisfaction through proactive communication.
Sustainability & Continuous Improvement
- Support environmental/ESG initiatives.
- Monitor building performance and energy consumption.
- Promote innovation through technology and smarter FM processes.
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Requirements
Essential Experience
- Proven experience as a Building Manager, Facilities Manager, or Senior FM professional.
- Strong knowledge of statutory compliance in commercial buildings.
- Experience managing hard and soft FM services, contractors, and suppliers.
- Experience in KPI/SLA management, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Skilled in stakeholder management and client-facing operations.
- Familiarity with compliance audits, governance, and CAFM systems.
Essential Qualifications
- NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent health & safety qualification).
- IOSH Managing Safely.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable Qualifications
- IWFM Level 4 or above (or equivalent Facilities Management qualification).
- Membership of IWFM, IOSH, or RICS.
- Asbestos Awareness, Legionella Responsible Person Training, Fire Safety Qualification.
- CDM Awareness or First Aid at Work.
Team & Career Development
- Reports to: Account Director.
- Supports: Facilities teams, contractors, and client stakeholders.
- Growth opportunities: Access to professional development, leadership training, and career progression as the business expands.
Why Join Pareto?
- Lead a prestigious corporate campus while ensuring exceptional FM service delivery.
- Thrive in a culture of innovation, compliance, and continuous improvement.
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
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