Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd

Associate Director, FM Consultancy Gleeds Built Asset Solutions Nottingham Birmingham Hybrid About this opportunity Our Facilities Management team are a crucial component of our growing Built Asset Solutions offering, providing expert guidance, advice and management services to national and local client organisations. We are searching for an FM specialist to join us as a key member of our FM consultancy team, play an important role in the management, delivery and growth of the discipline. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team of industry experts in a team providing high standards of service to national and regional, public and private sector clients. As associate director, you will lead facilities management consultancy commissions and support the growth of the FM team. They will turn client objectives into practical improvements across operating models, compliance, procurement, mobilisation, commercial management, asset information and service performance. The role combines hands-on delivery with client leadership. The successful candidate will take day-to-day ownership of significant assignments, manage project teams and maintain commercial control, working with a Director as account sponsor for the largest, highest-risk or most strategic commissions. This is a delivery-led role, with responsibility for commissions, clients, people and fees, supporting directors and business-unit leads by: Leading defined commissions and workstreams from mobilisation through to completion Acting as the principal day-to-day contact for clients, with director support where appropriate Managing agreed fees, programme, resourcing, quality and project risk Leading and developing consultants and senior consultants working across their assignments Contributing to bids, proposals, client development and repeat work Escalating material commercial, technical, legal or reputational risks to the Director Working within Gleeds governance, quality and professional indemnity requirements As associate director you'll benefit from: Car allowance entitlement 26 days annual leave+ bank holidays Holiday buy & sell scheme (buy up to 10 additional days annually) Annual professional subscription payment Enhanced 39 week paid maternity leave benefit Opportunities to develop and grow your career Health & wellbeing benefits Exclusive corporate partnership offers and discounts Hybrid working & flexible working arrangements A contributory pension scheme Who we're looking for; Knowledge, skills & behaviours required for this role include: Strong senior-level experience in facilities management, estates or built-asset consultancy, normally gained over at least eight years Experience of leading FM, estates, compliance, procurement, mobilisation or service-improvement assignments Experience of working across complex or multi-site estates and with outsourced or managing-agent delivery models Good working knowledge of both hard and soft FM services Experience of managing senior client relationships and presenting findings and recommendations clearly Experience of managing project teams, programmes, budgets and competing priorities Commercial understanding of scopes, fees, supplier pricing, contracts, service levels and performance measures Experience of producing clear reports, improvement plans, governance packs and management information Practical experience of contractor or supplier performance management Experience of contributing to bids, proposals or the development of existing client accounts About us Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment. Gleeds is committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We uphold the principles of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) and embrace the diversity of our teams. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide support, flexibility and accessibility for all. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact our Talent Team at

Gleeds Built Asset Solutions in Nottingham and Birmingham offers an Associate Director role in FM consultancy. The role combines hands-on delivery with client leadership across significant commissions, mobilising teams and driving performance. You will manage fees and risks while developing consultants and supporting bids and client development. The position is hybrid, with a strong focus on governance, quality and client relationships across national and regional clients in public and private

Gleeds is seeking a Lead Talent Acquisition Partner to act as a strategic advisor to senior business leaders for the CNI division. You will own delivery of recruitment strategies, drive campaigns, and mentor recruiters across multi-site operations, with emphasis on workforce planning, market insights, and internal mobility. This role requires a strong track record in senior TA leadership, construction industry experience, and the ability to partner with executive stakeholders to achieve

The Lead Talent Acquisition Partner serves as a strategic hiring advisor to senior business leaders, owning recruitment delivery for the Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) business area. The role combines hands-on recruiting, leading and implementation of the recruitment strategy and delivery of project driven recruitment campaigns, working closely with workforce planning, the Global TA Director, the UK People Director and UK CNI leads. Key responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Strategic Talent Acquisition Partnership Act as a primary Talent Acquisition Partner to senior stakeholders within the CNI business area Influencing and leading on CNI TA initiatives to include diversity programs, EVP projects and campaign management Resolve escalations and hiring challenges raised by the business Provide compensation benchmarking and talent market insights on a quarterly basis to the TA Director and CNI Director Educate and Influence hiring managers on market realities, talent decisions and interview best practices Mentor and develop the recruiters and resourcers for the CNI business area enabling them to support volume recruitment and project related campaigns Mobilise the recruiters and resourcers to support volume and project campaigns Monitor and share construction industry trends (labour shortages, wage inflation, regional mobility) with CNI teams Encourage and support global mobility, ensuring internal applications are prioritised Manage external suppliers/agencies to ensure usage is kept to a minimum Develop local sourcing strategies and measure ROI for CNI Growth and Retention Map competitor organisations and identify passive talent for lead roles Support succession strategies for critical roles, building bench strength Embed inclusive hiring practices to attract underrepresented talent. Lead intake sessions, define hiring strategies and advise on market trends Managing third party suppliers to mitigate cost Support global mobility by prioritising internal applications, ultimately supporting retention Lead and support strategic recruitment initiatives that enhance workforce diversity and broaden talent pipelines, including veteran and early career hiring, by partnering with specialist program leads and business stakeholders to achieve organisational workforce objectives. Develop proactive hiring plans for large scale projects Manage confidential executive and hard to fill search roles Partner with the People team and People Development team to improve hiring and retention Technology and Innovation Monitor pipeline health and hiring metrics Manage accurate ATS documentation and reporting Improve hiring processes for speed and project alignment Use data to refine sourcing strategies and improve conversion rates Who we're looking for Knowledge, skills and experience A minimum of 7 years' experience in a senior talent acquisition leadership role, leading high-performing teams and partnering with executive stakeholders to deliver strategic workforce solutions aligned to business priorities. Over 7 years' experience leading end to end talent acquisition strategies that align with organisational growth, workforce planning and business objectives Extensive experience recruiting within the construction industry, with a deep understanding of construction project lifecycles, organisational structures, workforce dynamics and industry specific talent challenges Proven success developing and executing sourcing strategies for critical, niche and business critical roles, delivering high quality talent in competitive markets Demonstrated ability to build trusted partnerships with senior leaders, influencing hiring decisions, workforce planning and broader talent strategies Strong expertise in market mapping, talent intelligence, and competitor analysis, using external insights to inform proactive hiring strategies and improve organisational capability Proven track record of leveraging recruitment metrics, market data and workforce analytics to drive evidence-based decision making, optimising hiring outcomes and continuously improve performance Commitment to delivering a best-in-class talent acquisition experience that strengthens employer brand, enhances candidate engagement and supports long term talent attraction Experience leading strategic recruitment initiatives, transformation projects or continuous improvement programs, while mentoring and developing high performing recruitment teams Demonstrated success delivering scalable talent acquisition solutions across multi-site, regional and geographically dispersed operations, ensuring consistency while adapting to local business needs Advanced proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), recruitment technologies and talent analytics, using digital tools to enhance efficiency, reporting, and strategic workforce insights Extensive experience leading, coaching, and developing recruitment teams, fostering a high-performance culture focused on operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. About us Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment. Hybrid

Senior Project Manager UK Property Southampton Permanent Full-time Hybrid working About this opportunity We're searching for a senior project manager to join our growing Southampton office as a key addition to our South East project management service. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established, successful and people focussed team of construction project managers, delivering a broad range of construction projects. You'll join a multi-disciplinary team of 45 cost management & project management professionals with an impressive and longstanding reputation in the local industry, and be part of a 110+ member regional service, working collaboratively on both local projects, regional programmes & national frameworks. Joining our Southampton project management team, you'll have opportunities to broaden your sector experience, support and mentor junior team members, act as client or project lead, and further your career with clearly defined career development plans. You'll work with engaging, approachable and supportive senior team members, who will help you develop further, providing you with guidance, direction and opportunity. As an organisation committed to our people, we offer a range of benefits, from training resources through Gleeds Academy, to health and wellbeing support, exclusive offers & discounts through corporate partnership perks, flexible working options & much more. As Senior Project Manager, your responsibilities include but are not limited to: Supporting Business Unit Directors in delivering business objectives Positively engaging with customers and developing, growing and maintaining customer relationships Delivering high quality services and deliverables ensuring that services meet our Customer's requirements. Managing projects and/or programmes to deliver high quality services and deliverables in accordance with the business procedures Administering contracts as a contract administrator, employer's agent or project manager Producing and presenting to customers Mentoring and coaching employees so that they realise their full potential Preparing bids for services. Managing service delivery for profit Advising directors promptly of any issues that have arisen, or may arise, on projects; in particular those that might impact on Gleeds professional indemnity (PI) insurance As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to: Opportunities to develop and grow your career A contributory pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Flexible working arrangements Who we're looking for: Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills Sound project management and/or programme management experience post qualification. Sound knowledge and practiced experience of project management techniques Ability to administer construction contracts as Contract Administrator, Employer's Agent and/or Project Manager Clear understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts. Excellent communication skills - both oral and written. Methodical way of thinking and approach to work. Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily. Excellent problem solving, negotiating, financial and numeracy skills Sound ICT skills, with a high proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Ability to work as part of a team and manage teams. Qualifications To be considered for our Senior Project Manager position you will need to hold one of the following professional memberships: MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) MAPM (Member of the Association of Project Managers) MCIOB (Member of the Chartered Institute of Builders) If you don't possess one of the above qualifications, we will still consider your application, however this may be for a more junior role. We offer comprehensive support towards professional qualification and will support you to achieve this at the earliest opportunity. About us Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment. Gleeds is committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We uphold the principles of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) and embrace the diversity of our teams. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide support, flexibility and accessibility for all. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact our Talent Team at