Building Manager

Cobalt is working with a leading property management business looking for an experienced Building Manager to oversee a high-profile Grade A commercial office building in Manchester.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with solid facilities management experience, who's ready to take ownership of a landmark site and be part of a team where career development is genuinely part of the package.

Most of the senior leadership team have been promoted internally, many having worked their way up from operational roles, so if you're ambitious and looking to progress, this is the kind of environment where you'll be supported to do just that. You'll have real autonomy to run the building day-to-day, but also the backing of a wider FM team when needed - giving you the platform to grow and make the role your own.

You'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of all hard and soft services on-site, ensuring that occupiers and visitors experience the very best service. Working in a prestigious, modern space, you'll be the go-to person for everything from compliance to client relationships, acting as a trusted and visible presence within the building.

• Managing all on-site building services - ensuring smooth operation and high standards at all times.
• Building strong relationships with occupiers and service providers - acting as a key point of contact.
• Leading contractor management - including performance reviews, KPIs, and compliance.
• Overseeing health and safety, risk assessments, and statutory compliance - ensuring everything is well-managed and up to date.
• Supporting on budgeting, procurement, and service charge management - working closely with senior FM colleagues.
• Managing on-site staff and contractors - ensuring consistent and high-quality service delivery.
• Conducting regular building inspections and audits, identifying and addressing issues proactively.

We're looking for someone with proven experience managing commercial office buildings, ideally high-profile or Grade A spaces. You'll have a strong understanding of both hard and soft FM services, including managing contractors and ensuring compliance. A confident communicator, you'll be comfortable engaging with tenants, contractors, and senior stakeholders alike, and you'll bring a proactive, self-starting approach - someone who takes ownership and drives results. Health and safety qualifications such as NEBOSH or IOSH are desirable, but your ability to deliver exceptional service and manage a building independently is what will really make you stand out.

If you are interested in the role, please apply with your CV today - this role may appoint before the closing date of this advert