Job Description

Purpose of the Role

The Building Fabric Director will act as Savills’ subject matter expert on all building fabric-related matters across the managed portfolio. The role will focus on the strategic oversight, maintenance, and long-term stewardship of building fabric, ensuring assets are effectively maintained, risks are proactively managed, and operational teams are equipped with scalable, practical solutions.

This role requires a forward-thinking, risk-based approach to asset management, supporting the mitigation of fabric-related risks across a diverse, multi-use property portfolio. The Building Fabric Director will develop and embed consistent, scalable frameworks for maintenance, contractor management, and project delivery, ensuring best-in-class service for Savills and its clients.

Key Responsibilities

Building Fabric Strategy & Risk Management

• Act as the primary subject matter expert for all building fabric matters.

• Develop and implement a strategic, scalable approach to building fabric maintenance and lifecycle management.

• Proactively assess and manage the risk profile of the portfolio, identifying opportunities to de-risk assets.

• Establish mechanisms to ensure effective Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM/PMP) compliance across the diverse portfolio.

Maintenance Frameworks & Processes

• Design and embed consistent processes for both planned and reactive maintenance.

• Ensure systems are in place to respond effectively to unforeseen issues and emerging risks.

• Support site teams, surveyors, and Facilities Managers with practical tools, standards, and guidance.

Contractor & Supply Chain Management

• Build, develop, and maintain a robust network of trusted contractors and consultants.

• Act as the key point of contact for building fabric service providers.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for across the Property Management division outlining the approach to managing our Fabric and reactive Service providers that aligns with the divisions overarching business strategy.

• Manage the segmentation of Fabric and reactive Service providers, ensuring a suitable database of vetted suppliers is maintained and regularly reviewed across all regions and sectors within the division.

• Work closely with the procurement team to shape and deliver the procurement strategy for Fabric and reactive service providers to deliver a contractor database which includes rate benchmarking.

• Establish the governance structure for supplier performance, compliance, and risk management

Project & Consultancy Coordination

• Establish and oversee frameworks for project works relating to building fabric.

• Ensure appropriate resourcing of projects through in-house specialists or third-party consultants.

• Collaborate with Savills Building & Project Consultancy, M&E Consultancy, and other expert teams to support delivery.

Supplier Governance & Performance

• Develop and implement governance frameworks, including audits, spot checks, and performance reviews.

• Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to agreed standards and SLAs.

• Foster long-term, effective partnerships with external service providers.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships across internal stakeholders, including:

  • Management Surveyors

  • Site based Fabric Managers

  • Building & Project Consultancy teams

  • M&E Consultancy

  • Safety+ Facilities Managers

  • Property & Estate Managers

  • UK Safety+ Team

  • UK Engineering Team

• Provide expert advice, support, and training where required.

Core Deliverables

• A clearly defined and implemented building fabric strategy across the managed portfolio.

• Standardised and embedded planned and reactive maintenance frameworks.

• A fully rationalised and segmented contractor database, including agreed rate structures.

• Established and operational supplier governance and performance management frameworks.

• A robust network of trusted contractors and consultants supporting both proactive and reactive works.

• Demonstrable PMP/PPM compliance mechanisms across all relevant assets.

• Delivery of risk mitigation plans for high-risk or complex assets.

• Fully implemented project delivery frameworks for fabric-related works.

• Strong internal stakeholder engagement and clear communication channels.

• Regular reporting on portfolio condition, risks, and performance metrics.

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Success in this role will be measured against the following indicators:

Operational Performance

• Assist to develop mechanisms to oversee compliance with Planned Maintenance Programmes (PMP/PPM)

• Reduction in reactive maintenance incidents and associated costs

• Speed and effectiveness of response to fabric-related issues

Financial Performance

• Cost savings achieved through supplier rationalisation and procurement strategies

Risk Management

• Reduction in high-risk fabric issues across the portfolio

• Successful identification and mitigation of emerging risks

• Compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements

Supplier Performance

• Contractor performance scores and SLA adherence

• Reduction in supplier-related escalations or failures

• Strength and stability of supplier partnerships

Project Delivery

• Delivery of projects on time, within budget, and to required quality standards

• Effective resource planning and utilisation

• Positive stakeholder feedback on project outcomes

Stakeholder Satisfaction

• Feedback from internal teams on support, guidance, and expertise provided

• Engagement levels across operational and consultancy teams

• Evidence of collaboration and knowledge sharing

Process & Framework Adoption

• Adoption rate of maintenance and governance frameworks across the portfolio

• Audit outcomes and compliance scores

• Continuous improvement initiatives implemented

Additional Information

This role description is not exhaustive and may evolve in line with business needs, client requirements, and the strategic direction of Savills.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in a Fabric Senior Leadership role within the Real Estate Sector

• Knowledge of relevant standards or certifications

• Ability to build collaborative partnerships with Suppliers

• Project Management: Well-organised with a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.

• Strong commercial acumen; experience delivering cost savings and negotiating complex contracts.

• Knowledge of compliance, health & safety, environmental sustainability and best practice standards as relevant to fabric services.

• Strong stakeholder management, communication and organisational skills.

• Ability to analyse data, benchmark, perform market research, prepare business cases.

• Knowledge of compliance, health & safety, environmental sustainability as relevant to fabric maintenance.

Working Hours - Full-time

Manchester based with extensive travel throughout the UK visiting sites, clients and internal stakeholders

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Please see our Benefits Booklet for more information.