Deputy Director of Estates & Facilities
Posted on Jun 2, 2026 by CV-Library
City of London, City and County of the City of London, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£600 - £675 Daily
Contract/Project
Deputy Director of Estates & Facilities
Rate - £675 (A Day)
Location - London (Hybrid)
Duration - 6 Months (Initially)
Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company)
Role Purpose
To support the strategic and operational leadership of the Estates & Facilities function within a Higher Education environment, while leading a defined transformation programme. The postholder will bring a strong operational background, ensuring continuity of Estates & FM services while driving change initiatives to enhance service delivery, efficiency, compliance, and customer experience.
The role will also act as a deputy to the Director of Estates & Facilities, providing leadership across core EFM services when required.
Key Responsibilities
Transformation Programme Leadership
Lead the delivery of a structured Estates & Facilities transformation programme over a 6-month period.
Identify opportunities for service optimisation, cost savings, and operational improvements across EFM.
Implement change management strategies to support successful adoption across teams.
Develop and track KPIs, milestones, and benefits realisation.
Engage with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment with institutional strategy.Essential Experience
Significant experience in Estates & Facilities Management within a complex environment (ideally Higher Education, NHS, or public sector).
Demonstrable experience leading operational FM services (hard and soft FM).
Proven track record of delivering transformation/change programmes.
Experience deputising at a senior level within Estates & Facilities.
Strong understanding of statutory compliance and health & safety regulations.Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery.
Excellent project and programme management capability.
Commercial awareness and financial acumen.
Effective communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.Qualifications (Desirable)
Relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g. FM, Engineering, Building Services).
Membership of a professional body (e.g. IWFM, RICS, CIOB).
Project management qualification (PRINCE2, MSP, or equivalent)
Rate - £675 (A Day)
Location - London (Hybrid)
Duration - 6 Months (Initially)
Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company)
Role Purpose
To support the strategic and operational leadership of the Estates & Facilities function within a Higher Education environment, while leading a defined transformation programme. The postholder will bring a strong operational background, ensuring continuity of Estates & FM services while driving change initiatives to enhance service delivery, efficiency, compliance, and customer experience.
The role will also act as a deputy to the Director of Estates & Facilities, providing leadership across core EFM services when required.
Key Responsibilities
Transformation Programme Leadership
Lead the delivery of a structured Estates & Facilities transformation programme over a 6-month period.
Identify opportunities for service optimisation, cost savings, and operational improvements across EFM.
Implement change management strategies to support successful adoption across teams.
Develop and track KPIs, milestones, and benefits realisation.
Engage with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment with institutional strategy.Essential Experience
Significant experience in Estates & Facilities Management within a complex environment (ideally Higher Education, NHS, or public sector).
Demonstrable experience leading operational FM services (hard and soft FM).
Proven track record of delivering transformation/change programmes.
Experience deputising at a senior level within Estates & Facilities.
Strong understanding of statutory compliance and health & safety regulations.Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery.
Excellent project and programme management capability.
Commercial awareness and financial acumen.
Effective communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.Qualifications (Desirable)
Relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g. FM, Engineering, Building Services).
Membership of a professional body (e.g. IWFM, RICS, CIOB).
Project management qualification (PRINCE2, MSP, or equivalent)
Reference: 225193314
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Deputy Director of Estates & Facilities
Posted on Jun 2, 2026 by CV-Library
City of London, City and County of the City of London, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£600 - £675 Daily
Contract/Project
Deputy Director of Estates & Facilities
Rate - £675 (A Day)
Location - London (Hybrid)
Duration - 6 Months (Initially)
Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company)
Role Purpose
To support the strategic and operational leadership of the Estates & Facilities function within a Higher Education environment, while leading a defined transformation programme. The postholder will bring a strong operational background, ensuring continuity of Estates & FM services while driving change initiatives to enhance service delivery, efficiency, compliance, and customer experience.
The role will also act as a deputy to the Director of Estates & Facilities, providing leadership across core EFM services when required.
Key Responsibilities
Transformation Programme Leadership
Lead the delivery of a structured Estates & Facilities transformation programme over a 6-month period.
Identify opportunities for service optimisation, cost savings, and operational improvements across EFM.
Implement change management strategies to support successful adoption across teams.
Develop and track KPIs, milestones, and benefits realisation.
Engage with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment with institutional strategy.Essential Experience
Significant experience in Estates & Facilities Management within a complex environment (ideally Higher Education, NHS, or public sector).
Demonstrable experience leading operational FM services (hard and soft FM).
Proven track record of delivering transformation/change programmes.
Experience deputising at a senior level within Estates & Facilities.
Strong understanding of statutory compliance and health & safety regulations.Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery.
Excellent project and programme management capability.
Commercial awareness and financial acumen.
Effective communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.Qualifications (Desirable)
Relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g. FM, Engineering, Building Services).
Membership of a professional body (e.g. IWFM, RICS, CIOB).
Project management qualification (PRINCE2, MSP, or equivalent)
Rate - £675 (A Day)
Location - London (Hybrid)
Duration - 6 Months (Initially)
Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company)
Role Purpose
To support the strategic and operational leadership of the Estates & Facilities function within a Higher Education environment, while leading a defined transformation programme. The postholder will bring a strong operational background, ensuring continuity of Estates & FM services while driving change initiatives to enhance service delivery, efficiency, compliance, and customer experience.
The role will also act as a deputy to the Director of Estates & Facilities, providing leadership across core EFM services when required.
Key Responsibilities
Transformation Programme Leadership
Lead the delivery of a structured Estates & Facilities transformation programme over a 6-month period.
Identify opportunities for service optimisation, cost savings, and operational improvements across EFM.
Implement change management strategies to support successful adoption across teams.
Develop and track KPIs, milestones, and benefits realisation.
Engage with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment with institutional strategy.Essential Experience
Significant experience in Estates & Facilities Management within a complex environment (ideally Higher Education, NHS, or public sector).
Demonstrable experience leading operational FM services (hard and soft FM).
Proven track record of delivering transformation/change programmes.
Experience deputising at a senior level within Estates & Facilities.
Strong understanding of statutory compliance and health & safety regulations.Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery.
Excellent project and programme management capability.
Commercial awareness and financial acumen.
Effective communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.Qualifications (Desirable)
Relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g. FM, Engineering, Building Services).
Membership of a professional body (e.g. IWFM, RICS, CIOB).
Project management qualification (PRINCE2, MSP, or equivalent)
Reference: 225193314
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