Facilities Manager - Build to Rent

Location: Vauxhall 3 days - Site visits London based 2 day

Mon- Fri

£50K-£55K plus bonus OTE £60K

A leading residential developer is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the operational excellence of a Build to Rent (BTR) development. This key position requires a proactive, hands-on professional with strong technical knowledge and a passion for delivering high standards across the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

The Facilities Manager will be responsible for:

• Overseeing the maintenance and repair of all building services, ensuring a safe, well-maintained, and comfortable living environment for residents.

• Taking a hands-on approach to resolving technical issues and ensuring building systems meet operational requirements.

• Monitoring building performance proactively to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.

• Leading the management of contractors and suppliers, ensuring services are delivered to a high standard and provide value for money.

• Conducting routine site inspections and addressing maintenance issues before they escalate.

• Collaborating closely with specialist contractors, maintenance coordinators, property management, and leasing teams to ensure a seamless resident experience.

• Acting as an escalation point for facility-related resident concerns, resolving issues confidently and efficiently.

• Supporting budget management by controlling costs and driving operational efficiencies.

• Contributing to sustainability goals by improving energy efficiency and environmental performance across the development.

• Managing and mentoring on-site facilities staff, ensuring high standards of service delivery.

• Assisting with technical projects and lifecycle works as required.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience in facilities management, ideally within the Build to Rent, PRS, or high-end residential sectors.

• Strong understanding of building systems, maintenance procedures, and compliance requirements.

• A recognised health & safety qualification (e.g., IOSH or NEBOSH) is highly desirable.

• Demonstrated ability to manage contractors and suppliers effectively.

• Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills with a practical, hands-on approach.

• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally across departments.

• A resident-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering an exceptional living experience.

• Flexibility to respond to out-of-hours issues when necessary.