At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage hard FM services for a prestigious asset in Central London.
- Company: Global Hard FM & Projects business with a focus on excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership opportunities, and a chance to work in a premium environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to innovate and enhance asset management performance.
- Why this job: Be the driving force behind world-class standards in a high-profile role.
- Qualifications: Experience in senior FM leadership and strong technical background in M&E.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Working with a Global Hard FM & Projects business we are seeking an Account Director to take full strategic and operational ownership of a prestigious, trophy asset in Central London. This is a high-profile role suited to a senior leader who thrives in premium environments and understands the expectations of managing a highly prestigious high end corporate environment.
The Opportunity
You will act as the senior accountable lead for all hard FM services, ensuring the building is operated to world-class standards. This includes responsibility for engineering excellence, compliance, client relationship management, the continuous enhancement of asset management performance, and building optimisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership across all hard FM services (M&E, compliance, lifecycle, and technical operations)
- Act as the primary client interface, building trusted, executive-level relationships
- Ensure 100% compliance across all statutory and regulatory requirements
- Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing engineering and management team
- Drive innovation, sustainability, and energy optimisation initiatives
- Oversee financial performance, including budgets, forecasting, and commercial opportunities
- Manage specialist contractors and supply chain partners to best-in-class standards
- Deliver continuous improvement and maintain the building's premium reputation
- Harness data technology and reporting to drive standards and efficiency
About You
- Proven experience operating at Client Director / Senior FM leadership level within hard services
- Strong technical background in M&E / building engineering
- Experience managing trophy assets, critical environments, or flagship commercial properties
- Demonstrated ability to influence and engage at senior stakeholder / client level
- Deep understanding of UK compliance, H&S, and statutory obligations
- Commercially astute with strong financial management capability
- A visible, credible leader who sets standards and drives accountability
Account Director (Engineering Services) in London employer: Canopy
As an Account Director with our Global Hard FM & Projects business in Central London, you will be part of a dynamic and innovative work culture that prioritises excellence and sustainability. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to lead a high-performing team in managing prestigious assets, all while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of one of the world's most iconic cities.
