Christopher Dawson Email & Phone Number

Highly experienced multi-site Head of Workplace & FM covering 31 diverse locations including both corporate and customer facing offices, receptions, marketing suites and comunity spaces. With a track record of achieving significant impact by fostering innovation and driving strategic influence within the workplace, property and facilities management sphere.Fully versed in the design, implementation, delivery and management of a complete facilities service, including: PPM, space planning, workplace moves, team management, leadership & development, health & safety, compliance, project planning & delivery, budget & cost control, risk management, procurement and supplier/contractor management.Full building life cycle experience; from lease negotiation and the set-up of new sites (both owned and leased) including space planning, fit-out and the introduction (and subsequent management) of all relevant compliance, operational and maintenance activity, to eventual disposal, including moves and dilapidations.Success is built on collaboration and open, transparent communication. Be that with peers, my teams, internal and external stakeholders, supply chain, service providers, contractors and outside agencies and authorities. With a proven track record of fostering cross-functional teamwork, working with colleagues and other leaders from across (and outside of) the business to plan, engage and successfully deliver numerous projects and initiatives. Fiscal management experience, with many years of managing both capital and operational budgets, with the focus on always deriving maximum value from every pound invested. Strategic planning to ensure that capital investment projects align with the long-term objectives, and I employ a meticulous approach to OpEx budget management, identifying opportunities to drive value and efficiency gains, without compromising on quality or service.My approach to team leadership is deeply rooted in mentorship, recognizing that the growth and development of team members is integral to both individual and collective success. I am an experienced leader who is committed to their team, and I have a demonstrable record of mentoring and developing team members and I can evidence considerable achievements both in meeting and exceeding operational service goals and in my teams’ professional development. Professional Qualifications:MIWFMNEBOSH National General Certificate in Health & SafetyILM Level 3 Diploma in Leadership and Management

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