Facilities Manager

CCL are working with a global engineering company to recruit an experienced Facilities Management (FM) Transition Manager to lead and oversee the transition between FM service providers within a manufacturing environment. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring the transition is delivered in line with agreed contractual terms, with no service disruption. Working Pattern - 3–4 days per week on-site in Stafford - Flexibility required during key transition milestones The successful candidate will act as the client-side lead, bringing strong expertise in complex FM environments and supplier transitions to provide hands-on management, oversight, and assurance throughout the process. Key Responsibilities - Take ownership of the FM supplier transition, acting as the client-side Transition Manager - Lead and oversee all transition activities, ensuring delivery aligns with contractual agreements - Hold suppliers accountable and ensure a fair, transparent, and controlled transition process - Identify, manage, and mitigate risks, issues, and gaps throughout the transition lifecycle - Act as the primary interface between internal stakeholders and FM providers - Establish and manage governance, reporting, and escalations - Drive transition planning, mobilisation, and execution phases - Ensure continuity of critical manufacturing operations, minimising disruption to production Required Experience & Skills - Proven experience in a Transition Manager role within complex Facilities Management (FM) environments - Strong track record of delivering FM supplier transitions (mobilisation and demobilisation) - Experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment - Experience working with major FM providers (e.g. CBRE, Equans, or similar) - Working knowledge of TUPE regulations and their application within FM transitions - Ability to challenge suppliers and stakeholders effectively while maintaining strong working relationships - Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills - Strong attention to detail with a focus on risk control and delivery assurance Objective of the Role To successfully deliver a controlled, transparent, and contract-compliant transition between FM suppliers within a manufacturing environment, ensuring business continuity and protecting the organisation from risk, cost exposure, and delivery gaps