Judging Panel

An independent panel of recognised and expert judges, representing the facility management discipline, will determine the winners of the Facilities Management Awards UK.

We understand the importance of a fair and objective judging process. That's why we assemble a prestigious panel of industry leaders, renowned for their extensive knowledge, enthusiasm, and expertise in the facilities management industry.

Our selection process is meticulous. Judges are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and declare any potential conflicts of interest. Entries with conflicts are reassigned, ensuring complete impartiality.

This unwavering commitment to integrity is the foundation of our awards programme. Become a part of recognising industry excellence. If you're interested in joining the judging panel, email your details to judges@businessriver.com.

2026 Judging Panel

Stan Mitchell (Judging Coordinator)

CEO, Key Facilities Management

Stan is CEO of Key Facilities Management (www.key.fm), the longest established True FM business in the UK. Key Facilities Management is a Consulting led Management business and differs from most in the sector in that our role is the proactive management of Compliance, Standards and Value for Money. VIEW MORE

Chris Barnes

Pareto FM, Pareto FM

Autistic Account Director within Total FM Services, CIWFM, NEBOSH, managing Hard & Soft services, Trustee, Working hard to get Workplace Inclusion for all. Champion of Inclusion and passionate about Neurodiversity in the workplace. Co Founder of #FM10 VIEW MORE

Kevin Davies

Managing Director, First Facilities Management Ltd

Kevin Davies is Managing Director of First Facilities Management, delivering FM, technical, and commercial fit-out projects across the UK. Known for his hands-on leadership and commercial expertise, Kevin is passionate about raising standards within the facilities management & construction industry VIEW MORE

Carol Fenton CIWFM

Senior Regional Facilities Manager, Infor

A career facilities professional, with over 20 years hands on experience, having found a passion for the role that has never wained. A strong advocate for personal growth development. Always keen to learn and share new trends and developments. VIEW MORE

Colin Kimber

Culture & Engagement Director, Pareto

Colin Kimber is Culture & Engagement Director at Pareto FM, shaping strategy through people engagement and operational excellence. A senior FM leader and award-winning EDI advocate, he champions inclusion, ESG and high-performance delivery. VIEW MORE

Dr WAHEED OSENI

Doctor and Senior Lecturer, UNIVERSITY OF WEST LONDON

Dr. Waheed Oseni is a Chartered Construction and Facilities Manager, Senior Lecturer, and Course Leader in Construction Project Management at the University of West London. With a PhD in Construction Management, he specialises in facilities and project management, and is actively engaged in teaching, research, and international knowledge exchange. VIEW MORE

Sajna Rahman

Co-Founder, Tomorrow Meets Today

Sajna brings over 25 years of Facilities Management experience, working across both client and service provider roles. A former Industry Award winner, she’s known for her work developing future talent and delivering high-impact customer service programmes. Sajna joins the FM Awards UK 2025 judging VIEW MORE

Lee Richards

Partner, Head of Living Sectors, Carter Jonas LLP

Lee heads up Carter Jonas' Living Sectors investment, consultancy and asset management across large national portfolios and buildings. Lee’s previous experience covers management responsibility for the UK’s largest BTR scheme at Wembley and delivering large-scale asset management programmes. VIEW MORE

Darren Spillett

Alliance Director, CBRE

Darren Spillett is an experienced facilities and operations leader with over 20 years’ experience across engineering, property, and workplace management. A Chartered Engineer and senior leader at CBRE Global Workplace Solutions, he brings extensive expertise in operational excellence. VIEW MORE

Mark Walker

Director / CIBSE Healthcare Group Chair, Stantec/ CIBSE Healthcare Group

Mark is a highly experienced Chartered Engineer with more than 40 years in the construction industry, specialising in the delivery of complex healthcare projects across the UK and internationally. As Stantec’s Healthcare Sector Lead in the UK, he provides strategic direction and technical leadership VIEW MORE