Contract Co-ordinator & Project Lead - No Fixed Place of Work

Sodexo; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global services leader is seeking a highly organised Contract Co-ordinator & Project Lead in England to support the mobilisation of a new PPP contract within the Schools and Universities segment. This role involves project delivery, compliance, and performance improvement. The ideal candidate will have a Level 7 qualification and experience in FM or project management, with excellent leadership and problem-solving skills. Attractive benefits include a wellbeing support platform, pension plans, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Unlimited access to wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24hr virtual GP Service

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Pension Plan

Learning and development tools

Bike to Work Scheme

Enhanced benefits and leave policies

Qualifications

• Strong commercial awareness and analytical ability.
• Experience in FM, construction, or maintenance environments.
• Proven ability to coordinate and deliver small projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the PPP Contract Manager and helpdesk in decision-making.
• Deliver regular project and operational updates.
• Ensure all work complies with legal and contractual requirements.
• Liaise with clients and operational teams.

Skills

FM knowledge

Project management

Problem-solving

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Level 7 qualification in FM, Construction or Project Management

Job description

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Contract Co‑ordinator & Project Lead to support the mobilisation, improvement and growth of a newly launched PPP contract within the Schools and Universities segment. This role blends hands‑on project delivery with operational support, ensuring compliance, driving performance, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement., Operations

Key responsibilities

• Support the PPP Contract Manager and Helpdesk in decision-making.
• Provide site‑based FM cover or support where necessary.
• Deliver regular project and operational updates to the local team.
• Ensure all work complies with legal, statutory and contractual requirements.
• Assist with supply chain management and procurement for contracts approaching renewal.
• Help develop and implement service delivery plans and operational procedures.
• Scope, plan and deliver small‑scale projects from procurement to completion.
• Align project objectives with contractual and organisational goals.
• Liaise with clients, end users, operational teams and senior stakeholders.
• Manage contractors and ensure projects meet time, budget, quality and safety requirements.
• Provide timely project reporting to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Balance multiple projects and respond to ad‑hoc requests as needed.
• Understand client specifications and ensure they are reflected in project scope and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to add value and support proposal development.
• Maintain a professional and positive presence in all client interactions.
• Participate in client meetings, recording actions and ensuring follow‑through.
• Control costs in line with budgets using approved suppliers.
• Support profitability through efficient project and initiative delivery.
• Identify and address barriers to operational success.
• Highlight opportunities for revenue growth and productivity improvements.
• Support deployment of best‑practice processes and improvement initiatives across the contract.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with strong FM, construction, or project management experience who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Level 7 qualification or equivalent in FM, Construction or Project Management.
• Experience in FM, construction or maintenance environments.
• Proven ability to coordinate and deliver small projects.
• Strong critical thinking, problem‑solving, leadership and decision‑making skills.
• Experience in conflict resolution and stakeholder communication.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical ability.
• IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent).
• Excellent organisation and data management skills.
• Positive, adaptable approach to work.

Preferred

• Experience working on PPP contracts.
• Background in standards‑driven or compliance‑focused environments.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

Benefits

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support.
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing.
• Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service.
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular high street retailers (also open to friends and family).
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan.
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Sodexo UK and Ireland's enhanced benefits and leave policies.

About Sodexo

A little more about Sodexo: At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On‑Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.