Full job descriptionInterim Head of FM & Capital Projects
Based in London, hybrid working
Length: 6 months


Key Responsibilities of the interim Head of FM & Capital Projects:
*To lead, manage and direct the strategy and internal governance for the delivery of facilities building management (FM) across the Council and its partner services
*Implement the strategic overview of FM operations and ensure that facilities management operations activities are regularly reviewed regards contract management and that building related duties and procurement arrangements are followed. This will include FM energy related works and works related to net carbon zero efficiencies through lifecycle repairs and/or upgrades
*To oversee the formulation and delivery of plans for the management of the Council’s property assets to ensure that assets are appropriately inspected and maintained in accordance with all legislative and regulatory requirement
*To develop and implement effective arrangements for Facilities Management in all the premises occupied by the Council, its staff or partners for the delivery of its services
*To present timely, robust and relevant information and advice to Members and Officers in relation to the Council’s property and land assets
*To ensure that the Council’s property assets are regularly inspected, maintained and reviewed as appropriate to keep them in good repair and maximise the benefit the Council gains from the ownership and use of the properties
*To ensure that all statutory and legislative requirements are met in respect of the Council’s ownership and use of its property assets, including completing any necessary risk assessments and remedial works


Skills, Experience and Knowledge required of the interim Head of FM & Capital Projects:
*To be conversant with the relevant statutory and regulatory requirements (in particular as they relate to Local Authority owned and occupied property)
*A degree in Facilities Management or similar /CIWFM or similar professional accreditation