Senior Contract Manager

We’re working with a well-established UK building services provider to recruit an experienced Senior Contract Manager. This role focuses on overseeing a major contract, ensuring all services are delivered in line with agreed standards, budgets, and compliance requirements. You’ll be responsible for managing engineering teams, coordinating subcontractors, and maintaining effective day-to-day operations across the site. Why This Role Might Be For You: This is an excellent opportunity to step into a high-impact position where you’ll have real ownership and visibility, playing a key part in shaping contract performance and client relationships. You’ll be joining a growing organisation trusted to deliver critical engineering and maintenance solutions across diverse sites. The business places real value on its people, offering you the platform to lead and develop high-performing teams while contributing to continuous improvement and sustainable practices. If you’re looking for a role where you can make a tangible impact and progress within a forward-thinking organisation, this position offers both challenge and opportunity. Key Responsibilities: - Lead and develop a multi-disciplinary engineering team, driving performance and engagement. - Ensure all services are delivered in line with contractual, statutory, and client requirements. - Take full responsibility for contract P&L and financial performance. - Manage contractors and suppliers to ensure quality, compliance, and value for money. - Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the main escalation point. - Ensure compliance with all health & safety and QSHE standards. - Oversee planned, reactive, and minor works, ensuring best practice processes are followed. - Use CAFM systems to track performance and produce monthly reports. - Support contract renewals and identify opportunities for improvement and growth. - Collaborate with internal teams across operations, finance, and commercial functions. - Manage on-boarding, training, performance reviews, and employee relations. - Monitor aged debt and work with stakeholders to resolve payment issues. - Identify and support new business and organic growth opportunities. Essential Skills & Experience: - Minimum 5 years’ experience in contract management. - Experience managing complex or critical infrastructure environments. - Strong leadership and team management capability. - Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. - Strong analytical and problem-solving ability. - Good understanding of industry standards and compliance. - Proficient in Microsoft Office and associated systems. Qualifications: - Relevant Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) - Essential - Health & Safety qualification (IOSH essential, NEBOSH preferred) - Essential - Relevant technical certifications (e.g. IET Wiring Regulations, ACS, Gas Safe, BCGA, WRAS, BOAS, Lift Engineering, etc or equivalent.) - Essential What’s on offer: - Monday to Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (1hr lunch) - Company phone, vehicle and fuel card provided - 33 days holiday (rising to 35 with service) - 5.7% employer pension contribution - Company sick pay scheme - Ongoing training and development - Employee referral scheme - Free parking - Regular company socials - Birthday voucher and additional perks platform Please note: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Our client does not offer sponsorship