Facilities Manager - #2093567

Facilities Manager (Soft)

35 hours per week | 3-month contract | £280 per day | Edinburgh | Hybrid – 3 days onsite | Inside IR35

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Harvey Nash’s public sector client is looking for an experienced facilities manager for an interim 3-month period.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a Soft FM services contract (NEC4 Term Service Contract)
• Manage and monitor Soft FM services contracts, ensuring performance and compliance
• Oversee contractor delivery across cleaning, waste, and pest control services
• Support delivery of planned and reactive maintenance activities
• Conduct audits, inspections, and compliance checks
• Coordinate contractors across a live, operational environment
• Use CAFM systems to track performance, assets, and service delivery
• Collaborate with internal teams to plan and schedule works
• Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will ensure services are delivered efficiently, safely, and in line with performance standards, while maintaining minimal disruption to operations.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Facilities Management or equivalent experience
• Professional membership (e.g. IWFM) or working towards
• Strong experience in Soft FM contract management, specifically NEC4
• Knowledge of planned and reactive maintenance delivery
• Familiarity with BICS standards, H&S legislation, and waste regulations
• Experience managing contractors in complex environments
• Strong organisational, stakeholder management, and communication skills
• Confident using CAFM systems and Microsoft 365