This senior role required a candidate with a wide range of experience. Extensive senior FM management experience and experience of managing a large portfolio were necessities for the position., preferably in a similar Higher Education/clinical and research environment. Other areas of experience required included: contractor/vendor commercial and performance management; devising, managing and letting FM contracts; experience of major refurbishment and infrastructure projects; managing and forecasting multi million pound budgets; experience developing and managing high performing teams and developing junior talent and experience of developing and implementing a life cycle program.

In regards to qualifications, it was essential that the post holder have a degree/post grad qualification in a relevant field (ideally a master’s degree). It was also desirable that they be a member of a relevant professional organisation (BIFM/RICS/CEng). A demonstrable knowledge of Health & Safety legislation with IOSH/NEBOSH qualification was essential.