At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage building maintenance and ensure safe, compliant facilities for our Warrington office.
- Company: Join Amentum, a leader in innovation and collaboration in science and sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, free medical cover, family-friendly perks, and professional development support.
- Other info: Flexible working options available to suit your lifestyle.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while working in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Five years' experience in facilities management and relevant qualifications preferred.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for a Building Manager to join our team.
The role will be based at our Warrington office on a 12-month fixed term contract with the potential of extension., The building manager will be responsible for:
- Planning, coordinating and safely delivering planned and reactive maintenance activities across the offices and laboratory facilities.
- Managing maintenance priorities to minimise disruption to laboratory operations and ensure facilities remain safe, compliant and fit for purpose.
- Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, statutory inspections and compliance actions within the computer-aided facilities management (CAFM) system.
- Coordinating external contractors and suppliers, including procuring services, supporting contract negotiations and monitoring the safety, quality and performance of work delivered.
- Managing permit-to-work arrangements and ensuring that appropriate safe systems of work are established and followed.
- Acting as a key point of contact for building owners, landlords, contractors and other facilities stakeholders.
- Coordinating building induction arrangements and ensuring that employees, contractors and visitors understand relevant building requirements.
- Supporting the identification, planning and delivery of building improvements and minor works.
- Working closely with laboratory managers and other stakeholders to understand operational requirements, resolve facilities issues and coordinate work effectively.
- Monitoring facilities-related risks, issues and actions, escalating significant concerns to the Head of Site Operations where appropriate.
- A minimum of five years' experience in a similar building, facilities or maintenance management role.
- Experience of managing planned and reactive maintenance activities, preferably within laboratory, engineering, industrial or other technically complex facilities.
- A relevant qualification in engineering, building services or facilities management, such as an HNC, HND or IWFM qualification, is highly desirable.
- A good working knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, statutory compliance requirements and safe systems of work.
- An IOSH or NEBOSH qualification is highly desirable.
- Experience of managing contractors, suppliers and service providers.
- Experience of using a CAFM system or equivalent facilities management system.
The successful candidate will be
- Able to communicate professionally and effectively with individuals at all levels, both verbally and in writing.
- Well organised, with the ability to manage multiple activities and conflicting priorities.
- Proactive and practical in identifying and resolving building and facilities issues.
- Able to work collaboratively with laboratory teams, contractors, suppliers and other stakeholders.
- Safety-conscious, with strong attention to detail and a disciplined approach to compliance and record keeping.
- Comfortable taking ownership of issues and seeing actions through to completion.
- About Amentum
At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future.
Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability.
If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive.
Our Values and Culture
Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises.
We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all.
We'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow.
We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.
Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual.
People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration.
We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.
Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work.
When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.
People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.
In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.
- free single medical cover
- digital GP service
- family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes
- reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
- Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us.
- We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.
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Building Manager employer: Amentum
As a leading engineering organisation in the nuclear sector, we pride ourselves on our commitment to safety, integrity, and collaboration. Our culture fosters a supportive environment where engineers are empowered to take ownership of their projects, ensuring meaningful contributions to high-stakes, safety-critical systems. With flexible hybrid working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth, we offer a rewarding workplace that values every individual's input and promotes a strong sense of community.
