Area Cleaning Contract Manager

Osborne Appointments; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A cleaning contract management company is seeking an Area Cleaning Contract Manager who will oversee multiple cleaning contracts, ensuring excellent service delivery and strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in contract management, exceptional communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This field-based role offers a competitive salary and a company car for travel between sites.

Benefits

Company car

Field position

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the contract cleaning industry is essential.
• Ability to work flexibly and travel between sites (company car provided).
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple cleaning contracts.
• Manage and support cleaning supervisors and operatives.
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Liaise with clients to maintain strong working relationships.
• Plan and manage staff rotas, recruitment, and training.

Skills

Contract management

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving capabilities

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Job description

Area Cleaning Contract Manager

We re looking for a highly organised Area Cleaning Contract Manager to oversee a portfolio of cleaning contracts across multiple sites. You ll ensure excellent service delivery, maintain strong client and supplier relationships, and keep everything compliant and running smoothly. This role is a great fit for someone proactive who can support business growth through solid contract management and effective stakeholder engagement.

Location: Field based. Covering Enfield, Croydon, Edge of Essex

Hours: 40-hour work week. Flexibility on hours required.

Salary: GBP35,000-GBP45,000 depending on experience

Benefits

• Company car
• Field position

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple cleaning contracts.
• Manage and support cleaning supervisors and operatives.
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Liaise with clients to maintain strong working relationships.
• Plan and manage staff rotas, recruitment, and training.
• Monitor budgets, stock levels, and performance targets.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in the contract cleaning industry is essential.
• Experience managing school cleaning contracts is an advantage but not essential.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and travel between sites (company car provided).
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Proven experience in contract management
• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, capable of liaising confidently with clients
• Ability to analyse complex contractual issues swiftly and provide clear recommendations.
• A proactive approach with strong problem-solving capabilities.

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