Our small Canadian-born business was founded in 1978 and has become a global organization that now spans 120 locations across 20 countries. Our expansion has been rapid, but what matters most is the common belief that drives all 5,000 of our people to be a different type of real estate organization. We believe that the places in which we live, work and play have the power to make us happier and healthier, and we are united by a shared sense of purpose, to have a positive impact on people’s lives. In short, we are a global commercial real estate advisory firm with a simple aim: for real estate to play a leading role in creating vibrant buildings, cities and places that deliver long-lasting social value and economic impact.
We believe that our industry is changing, and we want our business to be a melting pot of curious minds, passionate hearts and strategic intelligence. Your gender, religion and race are all highly respected, but are less important to us than your ability to step up and change the game. We provide you with a place where you can do just that, with like-minded people. Collaboration is embedded in the way we work – our people have the autonomy to collaborate on client relationships, engage teams across the business, lead operations, work collectively on projects, participate in strategy and are ultimately responsible for our growth. Our distinctive Principal-led, privately-owned model puts us in the enviable position of being able to offer every employee the opportunity to own a share of our business and inspires and allows anyone to become a Principal. This role carries voting rights, so our people have a very real say in the future direction and operation of our business. This means that we are able to attract, engage and retain the best talent from the industry.
Your role as Assistant Facilities Manager is to support the Senior Facilities Manager deliver FM in the South West & Wales Region, which incorporates two large external public realm estate and two unique bridges, Valentines and Meads Reach, situated next to Temple Meads Train Station it also has a large footfall. You would also assist in delivering FM services to a commercial office block in the heart of Cardiff and a smaller mixed use property in the city of Bath Spa. The Assistant FM will support the management and provision of hard and soft facilities services and compliance, assisting with all admin duty’s including service charges and customer service tenant liaison.
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The Assistant Building Manager undertakes to manage, plan and co-ordinate the physical and environmental conditions within the various locations. The Assistant FM reports to the Senior Facilities Manager and the role includes but is not limited to the following responsibilities:
· Ensure all services necessary for the full and effective operation of the various locations in accordance with the provisions of the leases and/or the Management Agreement and as directed by the Management Surveyor. · Assist with the preparation, monitor and reconcile service charge budgets in accordance with the RICS Code of Practice. · Engage regularly with occupiers keeping them informed of any works and services within the various locations. Keep updated tenant contacts, key holders and fire safety responsible person lists. · To support the Senior Facilities Manager at occupiers meetings. · Schedule meetings, issue agenda’s, record meeting notes, for review and then distribute to all relevant parties · Deliver an excellent customer service to occupiers and clients. · Raise PO’s on the Voyager Payment System. · Regular site inspections including all common parts areas i.e. corridors, fire escape routes, plant rooms, roof areas, service areas etc. Record issues and take and record actions accordingly. · Assist the Management Surveyors in the provision of formal written reports and attend client meetings as required. · Monitor energy and water consumption, and champion the sustainable operation of the properties. · Participate fully as a member of the wider Avison Young FM team, sharing knowledge and experience and providing information and support to colleagues and the team. Contract Management · Attend regular supplier review meetings and take ownership of the performance of the contracts. Inspect site records, method statements and contracts on a regular basis. Monitor performance, attendance, cost and value through the SLAs and KPIs.
Compliance and Health and Safety · Ensure that all safety records, statutory inspections, reports and documentation are retained and up to date at the properties. Report any unsafe acts/defects to the Senior Facilities Manager. All necessary documentation must be on site and complied with at all times, both in Landlords and tenanted areas. · Fire precautions should be endorsed at all times. Check and witness on a rotational basis the weekly fire alarm test, emergency light test, sprinkler valve test and fire evacuation drills. · Ensure the instruction or management of the following: § Health and Safety Risk Assessment is undertaken annually. § Fire Risk Assessment or Audit. § Legionella Assessment. § On Site Logbooks § Fire Safety records § Water Hygiene records § Records for specific Permits to Work (PTW) § Mechanical and Electrical Engineering maintenance records § Cleaning reports and method statements Environmental · Review electricity consumption levels on a regular basis, in conjunction with the energy consultant and Avison Young Environmental Policy. · Undertake a regular audit of the properties. Develop plans for the enhancement of the building, security measures and energy saving initiatives in line with Avison Young Environmental Policy Budget Control · Approve expenditure, within given authority levels, on building/estate services expenditure and monitor service charge expenditure within all relevant properties. · Assist in the preparation of service charge budgets which are to be considered and reviewed by the Senior Facilities Manager. This must be completed as per the Avison Young budget calendar and at least 14 weeks before the service charge year end. Expenditure is to be monitored throughout the year to ensure that it is kept within budget for the current year. Undertake such other related duties as directed from time to time · Provide assistance / cover for other client buildings when necessary.
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At Avison Young, we’ve always put people at the heart of what we do.
In the last few years, we’ve increased the diversity at our board, leadership and Principal levels. Avison Young stands out for our commitment to empowering women. In addition to increasing the number of women on our board and in our leadership ranks, our internal Women’s Network of more than 500 members come together for networking and learning, and advise the business on strategies for promoting access, opportunity and inclusion in our industry.
Our global DEI steering committee shapes our strategy to continue to increase industry access for underrepresented groups and accelerating initiatives led by our employee resource groups, including our Women’s Network, Black Professionals and LGBTQ+ groups. In addition to leading global initiatives, the steering committee’s work examines our policies and practices, creating accountability for results and communicating progress to our executive leadership, our clients and our communities.
Our culture is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion, and well-being. We are committed to building an inclusive culture that:
Avison Young is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all its employees and job applicants equitably. This includes implementing deliberate strategies that advance underrepresented communities in commercial real estate careers.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to removing any obstacles to inclusion. If you need any adjustments to support your application or any part of the recruitment process, such as information in alternative formats or special requirements to access our buildings, or you are eligible under the Disability Confident Scheme please contact us at careers.uk@avisonyoung.com<mailto:careers.uk@avisonyoung.com> and we will do everything we can to help.
We are committed to inclusion in our hiring processes, and we want to give everyone a chance to show what they can bring to our organisation. If you are not sure that you have all the skills in the person specification, please still apply. We value passion and potential in our employees, so it would be great to hear from you and why you would suit this position.
Some of our roles may be remote and some roles may be specific to our offices, but you will need to confirm you have the right to work in the UK.
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