Contract Manager

Cavanagh Wealth Management; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to oversee the delivery of Facilities Management services in a complex healthcare environment. This role is crucial for managing operational performance, health and safety, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial awareness and robust technical knowledge, coupled with proven budget management experience. This position also offers the opportunity to build long-term relationships with stakeholders in the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• An experienced Facilities or Contract Manager.
• Sound technical knowledge including Building Regulations.
• Proven budget management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead a strong culture of safety and high performance.
• Manage the contract lifecycle and FM service budgets.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and NHS requirements.

Skills

Strong commercial awareness

Strong analytical skills

Excellent customer service skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Education

Relevant Estates/Facilities qualification

Recognised health and safety qualification (IOSH, NEBOSH, or SMSTS)

Tools

CAFM systems

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced and driven Contract Manager to lead the delivery of Facilities Management services. This is a key role responsible for operational performance, health and safety, compliance, and the commercial success of the contract within a complex healthcare environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead a strong culture of safety, inclusion, and high performance.
• Take full responsibility for contract, lifecycle, and FM service budgets, including forecasting and financial reporting.
• Ensure all statutory, contractual, and NHS compliance requirements (including SHTMs) are met.
• Manage contract performance, producing monthly reports and attending client operational meetings.
• Build and maintain positive, long-term relationships with NHS and ProjectCo stakeholders.
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities in partnership with commercial and finance teams.
• Ensure service delivery meets agreed quality, safety, and performance standards.

What we’re looking for

• An experienced Facilities or Contract Manager with a relevant Estates/Facilities qualification.
• ???????Strong commercial awareness, ideally within healthcare PFI or similarly complex environments.
• Sound technical knowledge, including Building Regulations and NHS SHTM guidance.
• Experience using CAFM systems and managing FM helpdesk performance.
• Proven budget management experience.
• A recognised health and safety qualification (IOSH, NEBOSH, or SMSTS).
• Strong analytical skills, a methodical approach, and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent customer service skills with a collaborative, flexible mindset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory DBS / Disclosure check.

If you would like to discuss in more detail please contact Lyndsey at Global Highland