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Location: South West of England
Start Date: ASAP
Experience Required: Higher Education/Public Sector
Senior Recruitment Consultant - Interim Finance & Procurement - Higher Education
Burman Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Estates/Soft FM Category Manager to join an established university in the South West of England. This is a day rate contract position, with the rate negotiable based on experience. The role is set to start ASAP and will involve working onsite 2 days per week.
In this role, you will be responsible for managing Cleaning across 3 sites and Catering services across 4 sites, with a potential mix of hard FM as and when projects crop up. Ensuring all services meet the high standards expected in a higher education environment. The strategies for these projects are already set, so this is a hands-on role with no planning involved.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee cleaning services across 3 different sites, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
* Manage catering services across 4 different sites, ensuring effective service operations.
* Ensure compliance with procurement regulations and policies, specifically the Procurement Act 2023.
* Provide day-to-day support and oversight of the Soft FM services, ensuring everything runs smoothly and according to agreed strategies.
* Liaise with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure service delivery meets expectations.
* No strategic planning is involved; you will be following already set strategies and ensuring their implementation.
Key Requirements:
* Proven experience in Estates/Soft FM management within the Higher Education or Public Sector.
* Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with Cleaning and Catering services.
* Procurement Act 2023: Working knowledge and ideally trained in the latest procurement regulations.
* A practical, hands-on approach to service delivery, with the ability to manage day-to-day operations effectively.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
If you have experience in managing Soft FM services within a Higher Education or Public Sector environment and are looking for a new contract role, please apply today!
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Purchasing and Finance
Industries
Higher Education
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