Hard FM Services Manager / Advisor

Associate Property Manager (Facilities / Estates)

Location: Ipswich (2–3 days on-site)

Salary: Circa £60,000

Contract: Permanent

We’re working in partnership with Concertus to appoint an Associate Property Manager to join their Hard FM, Energy and Sustainability team. This job may be resulted to elsewhere in the industry as a Facilities Manager or Hard FM Manager.

Concertus is an organisation genuinely known for developing its people. A significant proportion of its senior leadership team has progressed internally, making this a standout opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career and step into leadership over time.

The Role

This is a number two position, working closely with senior leadership and deputising where required. You’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the service, while gaining exposure to strategic decision-making and leadership responsibilities.

The team provides end-to-end estates and facilities support to public sector customers, helping them run their estate in the most effective way possible. As a result, this is a highly customer-focused role, requiring strong relationship management skills and the ability to adapt to a wide range of client needs.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the leadership of Hard FM, Energy and Sustainability services
• Acting as a deputy, providing additional management capacity across the team
• Working closely with public sector and corporate clients to deliver high-quality outcomes
• Leading on operational performance and contributing to service improvements
• Playing a key role in shaping how services are delivered across customer estates

About You

• Background in Facilities Management, Estates or Property
• Experience working with public sector organisations or corporate clients
• Strong understanding of Hard FM services and service delivery
• Highly customer-focused, with excellent people and stakeholder management skills
• Someone who shows initiative, takes ownership, and thrives in a dynamic environment
• Ambitious, with a clear desire to progress into a senior leadership role

Why Join Concertus?

• A proven track record of developing staff into senior leadership roles
• A culture that values people, progression, and long-term careers
• Exposure to both operational delivery and strategic leadership
• A genuine opportunity to step into a future Director-level position

This is a great role for someone who wants more than just a job it’s an opportunity to step into a leadership pathway within a growing, forward-thinking organisation.