Temp to Perm Building Services Manager- start ASAP

  • Abbatt Property Recruitment
  • Oct 10, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

Job Summary / About the Role

We're looking for a Building Services Manager to take charge of the day-to-day running of our residential building and ensure residents always receive a high level of service.This is temp to perm position for the suitable candidate.

This hybrid role blends building management with concierge responsibilities. You'll oversee maintenance, safety, and staff while also being a welcoming point of contact for residents. Working closely with the Property Manager and under the guidance of the Residential Management Committee Directors, you'll play a key part in keeping the building running smoothly and ensuring residents feel at home.

Key Responsibilities / What You'll Be Doing

Building Management

  • Oversee the daily running of the building, ensuring it's clean, safe, and well maintained
  • Work with contractors and service providers to arrange repairs and upgrades
  • Carry out regular inspections of common areas, systems, and grounds
  • Keep logs of maintenance issues, inspections, and completed works
  • Act quickly in emergencies and liaise with relevant services
  • Manage concierge and temporary staff, including rotas, training, holidays, and appraisals

Resident Services

  • Be the first point of contact for residents, guests, and visitors
  • Handle queries, parcels, amenity bookings, and access control
  • Support resident move-ins and move-outs, including building orientation
  • Keep resident contact lists up to date and share building notices

Administration & Coordination

  • Report to the Property Manager on building conditions, resident issues, and projects
  • Help prepare reports, maintenance schedules, and communications
  • Attend Residential Management Committee meetings when needed
  • Keep all records and documents in line with compliance requirements

Qualifications & Experience / What We're Looking For

  • Experience in a similar role (Building Manager, Duty Manager, Concierge, Facilities Manager, etc.)
  • Knowledge of building systems, maintenance, and contractor management
  • Great people skills with a customer-first approach
  • Organised, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure
  • Comfortable using Microsoft Office and property management tools
  • First Aid, Fire Warden, or Security training is a bonus

Personal Attributes

  • Professional, trustworthy, and reliable
  • Presentable and confident in dealing with residents and contractors
  • A strong team player who can also work independently

Benefits

  • £65,000 annual salary
  • Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Hybrid role at Albert Embankment, London, SE1

Eligibility / Additional Information

  • Must have the legal right to work in the UK
  • The company reserves the right not to appoint for this role