M Zeeshan Alam
Bury
Summary
Facilities management specialist with MSc in FM, skilled in managing operations across commercial, residential, and educational sites. Established record in compliance, risk management, and sustainability, achieving significant cost reductions and improved asset performance. Expertise in CAPEX/OPEX planning and contractor management, focused on driving operational efficiency.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Facilities Manager
AIG FM UK Ltd
10.2017 - Current
- Implemented preventive maintenance program and managed CAFM systems.
- Led multi-site operations, supervising technical, security, concierge & cleaning teams.
- Ensured compliance with Building Safety Act 2022 & Fire Safety Act 2021.
- Directed £500K+ projects incl. CAPEX/OPEX, procurement & contractor management.
- Delivered energy-efficiency projects meeting EPC and ISO 55001 standards.
- Produced service charge budgets and operational forecasts.
- Mobilized teams of engineers as per requirements.
- Oversaw and managed the fire risk assessments and fire evacuation process in accordance with Building Fire Safety Act 2021 and Building safety Act 2022.
- Managed and records maintained for Building routine safety checks, Legionella, Risk assessment for Asbestos.
- Consulted with tenants for any proposed works according to landlord and tenant Act 1985 (Section 20).
- Managed and improved indoor air quality (IAQ).
Facilities Assistant Manager
Carillion PLC
10.2015 - 10.2017
- Provided helpdesk support and supervised maintenance teams.
- Oversaw inspections, repairs, stock, HVAC systems and risk assessments.
- Managed contractor performance and service quality.
- Weekly fire alarm test, Panic Alarm test, PAT Tests, and Legionella L8.
Electrical Engineer
Carillion PLC
05.2004 - 09.2015
- Designed, maintained & upgraded electrical systems using AutoCAD.
- Performed PAT testing, fire alarm & emergency lighting inspections.
- Ensured compliance with UK electrical and safety regulations.
Education
MSc - Facilities Management
Lancashire University
BSc (Hons) - Facilities Management
Lancashire University
Associate Degree - Electrical & Electronic Engineering
01.2001
Skills
- Facilities strategy, compliance & governance (H&S Act, CDM 2015, Building Safety Act 2022, Awaab’s Law 2023)
- HVAC, electrical & energy systems (CAFM, BMS, AutoCAD)
- Risk mitigation, asset lifecycle management, CAPEX/OPEX planning
- Contractor/vendor management; service budgeting
- Leadership, stakeholder engagement, multicultural adaptability
- IT: MS Office, Project, Visio, COSMO, CAFM
- Certifications: First Aid L3, Fire Marshal, Safeguarding
Certification
First aid level 3
Security industry Authority (SIA)
Fire Marshal
Publications
- Alam, M. Z. (2025). Challenges Faced by Facilities Managers: Submitted to Journal of Facilities Management (Emerald).
- Alam, M. Z. (2025). Strategic Risk Management in Facilities Operations: Submitted to Int. Journal of Disaster Resilience (Emerald).
Additional Information
- Nationality: British
- Driving Licence: Full UK
- Availability: Immediately
Timeline
Regional Facilities Manager
AIG FM UK Ltd
10.2017 - Current
Facilities Assistant Manager
Carillion PLC
10.2015 - 10.2017
Electrical Engineer
Carillion PLC
05.2004 - 09.2015
MSc - Facilities Management
Lancashire University
BSc (Hons) - Facilities Management
Lancashire University