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Building Manager - Leeds

Leeds, UK
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Company: VARNOM & ROSS LTD

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Building Manager to take on the day-to-day operational management of a prestigious, multi-let office building in Central Leeds, directly supporting a private landlord. This trophy asset is home to high-profile occupiers and requires a dedicated professional who excels in tenant engagement, soft service delivery, and proactive building management.

Working closely with a Regional Facilities Manager and M&E Contract Manager, you will be supported by an experienced team to help ensure the smooth, compliant, and high-quality operation of this landmark property.

There is a real emphasis on tenant engagement and customer service, so if you have a strong background in this area, that would be very beneficial!

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Compliance

  • Oversee the day-to-day running of the building in accordance with health and safety, environmental and company policies, and legislative requirements.

  • Maintain all statutory compliance including risk management, insurance inspections, and site documentation.

  • Ensure emergency procedures and crisis management plans are up to date and regularly tested.

  • Manage contractors and ensure procurement follows internal policy.

Tenant Engagement & Customer Service

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with occupiers, ensuring exceptional service delivery and responsive support to operational needs.

  • Lead on occupier communication and engagement, attending tenant meetings and responding proactively to feedback.

Soft Services & Maintenance

  • Ensure the building fabric and communal areas are maintained to the highest standard, in line with agreed budgets and service levels.

  • Monitor and review cleaning, security, reception and other soft service contracts to ensure performance is consistent with contract KPIs.

Commercial & Reporting

  • Assist with management of budget financial reporting for the asset.

  • Compile management reports as required and maintain accurate site records including asset registers and maintenance logs.

Person Specification

Essential:

  • Prior experience in a facilities management role

  • Good understanding of soft service delivery and contractor management.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for customer service.

  • Sound knowledge of health & safety and statutory compliance.

  • Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently.

  • Proficient with IT systems and facilities management software.

Desirable:

  • IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent H&S qualification).

  • Knowledge of mechanical & electrical systems and plant.

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