Building Manager

A leading and highly respected property managing agent is seeking an experienced and proactive Building Manager to oversee a prestigious commercial property portfolio in West Yorkshire. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious property professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional building management, enhancing occupier experience, and driving continuous improvement across a commercial asset. THE ROLE...

As Building Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of a high-profile commercial property, ensuring the asset is maintained to the highest standards while delivering an outstanding experience for tenants, visitors, and stakeholders. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in managing both minor and major refurbishment projects, overseeing contractors and service partners, maintaining full compliance, and building strong relationships with occupiers. You will also play a key role in developing innovative initiatives, events, and pop-up activations designed to enhance tenant engagement, increase footfall, and strengthen the property's connection with the local community.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES... Manage the day-to-day operations of the property, ensuring exceptional standards are maintained throughout. Lead and coordinate minor and major refurbishment, improvement, and capital works projects.

Manage onsite teams and third-party contractors, ensuring service delivery meets agreed standards and KPIs. Build and maintain strong relationships with tenants, acting as the primary point of contact for occupier liaison. Ensure full compliance with all Health & Safety legislation, statutory requirements, and company policies.

Conduct regular inspections, risk assessments, and audits to ensure operational excellence. Monitor service contracts, budgets, and expenditure, identifying opportunities for efficiencies and value enhancement. Drive tenant engagement initiatives through events, pop-ups, wellness activities, and community-focused programmes.

Identify innovative opportunities to enhance the asset's appeal, customer experience, and commercial performance. Prepare management reports and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders. ABOUT YOU...

To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous experience in a Building Manager, Facilities Manager, Property Manager, or similar commercial property role. Demonstrable experience managing refurbishment, fit-out, and improvement projects from inception through to completion. Experience managing onsite teams and multiple third-party contractors.

Strong tenant-facing and stakeholder management skills. Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety, statutory compliance, and property management best practice. Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail.

A proactive and innovative mindset with a passion for enhancing occupier experience. The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional service standards. WHAT'S ON OFFER...

Salary up to £38,000 per annum Discretionary annual bonus Annual salary reviews Opportunity to manage a prominent commercial asset Career development within a market-leading managing agent Collaborative and supportive working environment If you are an experienced Building Manager looking for your next challenge and want to play a key role in the ongoing success and enhancement of a prestigious property, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV to [email protected]