Facilities Manager

Description

• To be the 'Building Manager', ensuring statutory compliance and being the primary contact in respect of all building maintenance and development matters. In particular dealing with planning applications and liaising with Westminster City Council.
• Work with Tech to allocate space, undertake space audits and optimize use of space in the interests of the business.
• Work with Tech to manage and co-ordinate all ‘fit outs’ of new spaces.
• Responsible for allocating and providing all relevant equipment for new starters including desks, chairs, phones etc. Liaising with Tech department in terms of hardware requirements.
• To co-ordinate all aspects of Health and Safety and Fire Safety. Including risk assessments, organising emergency procedures. Managing Fire Marshall and First Aider duties and relevant training. Working closely with relevant third parties and building owners to ensure best practice.
• Managing the day to day work of the team of Runners and ensure optimum service delivery.
• Line Management responsibility for the receptionist.
• Manage and maintain standards with third parties on the specialist segments such as maintenance and cleaning.
• Liaise and negotiate with external providers to obtain the best level of service and price for all purchases and contracts; following purchasing and stock procedures.
• Drive the business continuity plan.
• Communicate and drive ideas and culture.