Facilities Manager VA2929

About this role

Anabas is a dynamic, national Facilities Management provider focused on delivering outstanding workplace experiences for corporate office occupiers.

We are looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to act as the primary on-site representative, leading the strategic and operational delivery of all workplace and FM services. This is a pivotal role responsible for creating a seamless, high-quality employee experiencespanning workplace programmes, relocation projects, asset management, and day-to-day facilities operations.

You will bring a strong blend of project management expertise and stakeholder leadership, confidently balancing client expectations with supplier performance through a proactive, solutions-driven approach.

Hours:**9:00am6:00pm (flexibility required to support business needs)

Pre employment vetting will be required for this role which includes a DBS check.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead workplace experience initiatives, including events, hospitality, and engagement programmes
• Identify and implement service enhancements to continuously improve the employee experience
• Monitor performance through feedback, analytics, and utilisation insights
• Plan and support the delivery of relocation and workplace projects, ensuring operational readiness
• Maintain project documentation including risk registers, schedules, and compliance records
• Oversee asset registers and lifecycle planning, ensuring accuracy and contractual compliance
• Manage planned and reactive maintenance in partnership with service providers
• Lead day-to-day FM services including cleaning, security, reception, mailroom, and catering
• Ensure compliance with SLAs, KPIs, statutory obligations, and Health & Safety requirements
• Hold budget accountability across labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractors
• Support contract reporting, governance, and continuous improvement planning
• Ensure cost control while maintaining high service quality
• Build strong, professional relationships with clients and service partners
• Maintain CAFM/CMMS systems and accurate operational records
• Produce weekly and monthly performance reports and insights
• Ensure all documentation (SOPs, risk assessments, schedules) is current and compliant
• Uphold Health & Safety, Equality & Diversity, and all company policies

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• IWFM Level 3 (or higher)
• Project Management qualification (PRINCE2, APM, PMP or equivalent)
• Demonstrable experience managing workplace relocations
• 35+ years experience in Facilities Management or operations leadership
• Experience working in a vendor-led environment with client-facing responsibility
• Proven track record in team leadership and service delivery

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, solutions-focused, and resilient
• Strong stakeholder and interpersonal skills
• Professional, confident, and adaptable
• Able to manage competing priorities with sound judgement and diplomacy
• Passionate about delivering an exceptional workplace experience

What We Offer

• 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays).
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Recognition and Reward scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Recommend a Friend incentive.
• Company events.
• Training and development opportunities.

If youre looking to join a dynamic organisation that truly values its people and its clients, wed love to hear from you.