Building Manager

Company: Foundation Recruitment
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Location: West Yorkshire
Job Description:

A leading and highly respected property managing agent is seeking an experienced and proactive Building Manager to oversee a prestigious commercial property portfolio in West Yorkshire.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious property professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional building management, enhancing occupier experience, and driving continuous improvement across a commercial asset.

THE ROLE…

As Building Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of a high-profile commercial property, ensuring the asset is maintained to the highest standards while delivering an outstanding experience for tenants, visitors, and stakeholders.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in managing both minor and major refurbishment projects, overseeing contractors and service partners, maintaining full compliance, and building strong relationships with occupiers.

You will also play a key role in developing innovative initiatives, events, and pop-up activations designed to enhance tenant engagement, increase footfall, and strengthen the property’s connection with the local community.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES…

  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the property, ensuring exceptional standards are maintained throughout.
  • Lead and coordinate minor and major refurbishment, improvement, and capital works projects.
  • Manage onsite teams and third-party contractors, ensuring service delivery meets agreed standards and KPIs.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with tenants, acting as the primary point of contact for occupier liaison.
  • Ensure full compliance with all Health & Safety legislation, statutory requirements, and company policies.
  • Conduct regular inspections, risk assessments, and audits to ensure operational excellence.
  • Monitor service contracts, budgets, and expenditure, identifying opportunities for efficiencies and value enhancement.
  • Drive tenant engagement initiatives through events, pop-ups, wellness activities, and community-focused programmes.
  • Identify innovative opportunities to enhance the asset’s appeal, customer experience, and commercial performance.
  • Prepare management reports and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.

ABOUT YOU…

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Previous experience in a Building Manager, Facilities Manager, Property Manager, or similar commercial property role.
  • Demonstrable experience managing refurbishment, fit-out, and improvement projects from inception through to completion.
  • Experience managing onsite teams and multiple third-party contractors.
  • Strong tenant-facing and stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety, statutory compliance, and property management best practice.
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail.
  • A proactive and innovative mindset with a passion for enhancing occupier experience.
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional service standards.

WHAT’S ON OFFER…

  • Salary up to £38,000 per annum
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Annual salary reviews
  • Opportunity to manage a prominent commercial asset
  • Career development within a market-leading managing agent
  • Collaborative and supportive working environment

If you are an experienced Building Manager looking for your next challenge and want to play a key role in the ongoing success and enhancement of a prestigious property, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV to

Posted: June 11th, 2026