Contract Manager

Mecsia Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities maintenance firm in Bristol is seeking a highly experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure profitability across contracts. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years in a similar role, with strong communication and financial management skills. This role involves acting as the main liaison for clients, maintaining professional relationships, and delivering monthly reports on contract performance. Comprehensive benefits include a company vehicle or car plan, and a commitment to workplace equality and inclusion.

Benefits

Company supplied vehicle or personal vehicle car plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in a similar role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main liaison for clients and their representatives.
• Oversee daily operations of assigned contracts, ensuring profitability and compliance.
• Attend client meetings and maintain strong, professional relationships.
• Provide monthly reports covering financials, audits, H&S issues, and client feedback.
• Manage aged debt by working with clients and internal teams to resolve outstanding payments.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities

Financial acumen and ability to manage budgets and profitability

Knowledge of health & safety regulations and auditing practices

Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders

Job description

Established in 1994, ECG Facilities Services is a leading provider of Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) maintenance across the UK. With a strong presence in the commercial, retail and industrial sectors, ECG also delivers specialist services in water hygiene and managed services - operating 24/7, 365 days a year.

With over 30 years of industry expertise and a workforce of more than 400 employees, ECG operates nationwide from its headquarters in Blantyre, Glasgow, supported by strategically located offices across the UK. Now part of the Mecsia Group, ECG continues to set the standard in facilities maintenance through innovation, real-time technology, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

At ECG, we value the strength that comes from a diverse team. We are proud to promote equality, embrace inclusion, and stand firmly against discrimination in the workplace.

Location: Bristol

Hours: 40 hours per week

Company Benefits

Company supplied vehicle or personal vehicle car plan

Act as the main liaison for clients and their representatives.

Oversee daily operations of assigned contracts, ensuring profitability and compliance.

Attend client meetings and maintain strong, professional relationships.

Communicate effectively across all formats verbal, written, and digital.

Conduct audits covering documentation, maintenance schedules, health & safety, and financial performance.

Provide monthly reports covering financials, audits, H&S issues, and client feedback.

Collaborate with internal departments on invoicing, labour control, and subcontractor management.

Assist in preparing proposals and quotations for clients.

Ensure all client communications are professional and aligned with company policies.

To effectively carry out or delegate the points as discussed and issues raised by the client on a timely basis and ensure communication of all client issues is passed to the appropriate personnel/departments.

To set up regular meetings with the client based upon the frequency established in relation to the clients KPI’s and/or service levels, client request or Contract expectation.

To regularly review the profitability of their contracts dependent on contract expected turnover as established by the Commercial Team.

Manage aged debt by working with clients and internal teams to resolve outstanding payments and ensure timely invoicing and collections.

Skills & Qualifications Required

Minimum of 10 years experience in a similar role is essential

Personal Qualities/Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Financial acumen and ability to manage budgets and profitability.

Knowledge of health & safety regulations and auditing practices.

Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability.

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