Head of FM and Capital Projects (Interim) Bexley 16

Position:  Head of FM and Capital Projects (Interim) Bexley 16 Location: Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months - 3 days on site requirement Working Hours: 37 hours per week   Pay Rate: PAYE: £ 500.00 per day Job Reference: OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Lead and manage the Council's Facilities Management (FM) strategy, governance, and service delivery. Oversee FM operations, contract management, procurement, and compliance with Council policies. Develop and implement property maintenance strategies to ensure assets are safe, compliant, and well maintained. Ensure statutory inspections, risk assessments, and remedial works are completed in line with legislative and regulatory requirements. Drive energy efficiency, lifecycle maintenance, and net zero carbon initiatives across the property portfolio. Develop and maintain effective FM arrangements for all Council and partner-occupied buildings. Procure, manage, and monitor FM contractors and specialist service providers, ensuring quality, value for money, and delivery within budget and timescales. Provide strategic advice and reports to senior leadership, Members, and stakeholders on property and facilities matters. Ensure Council property assets are regularly reviewed to maximise operational performance and value. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance FM service delivery and compliance. Person Specification Degree in Facilities Management or a related discipline. Professional membership/accreditation such as CIWFM (or equivalent). PRINCE2 or equivalent Project Management qualification. Significant senior-level experience in Facilities Management, ideally within a Local Authority or public sector environment. Strong knowledge of property compliance, health and safety legislation, and statutory building requirements. Proven experience in contract management, procurement, and supplier performance management. Experience managing property maintenance, capital projects, and asset management programmes. Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic planning skills. Excellent communication, reporting, and decision-making abilities. Experience delivering energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives, including net zero programmes, is desirable. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed