Contract Manager

CBRE Local UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of facilities management seeks a Contract Manager in London. The successful candidate will oversee contract management, ensure effective operations, and lead a team while complying with health and safety standards. Candidates should have previous contract management experience and strong communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to foster a supportive training environment for personnel.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of building services and legislation.
• Experience in Facilities Management is preferred.
• NEBOSH / IOSH or equivalent formal training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the contract and maintenance of electrical and mechanical services.
• Deliver weekly operations reports to the client.
• Develop contract financial plans and manage operational activities.
• Provide training and development opportunities for staff.

Skills

Previous contract management experience

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to lead a team

Understanding of Health and Safety

Job description

Job Title: Contract Manager

Location: London

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management.

Role Summary

• Responsible for the contract management of the staff, operation and maintenance of all electrical and mechanical plants/services, project works and Building performance.
• Daily management of the Engineering team including compliance with CBRE disciplinary processes and procedures.
• To complete the weekly operations report to the client and attend weekly operations meeting, client meetings as requested, in conjunction with the client.
• Development of contract financial plans for revenue and profit delivery, reduction of WIP, debt, cost reduction and contract growth, and ensure that these are met and exceeded.
• Ensuring a customer focus within all areas of operational activities, and that effective relationships are maintained with key client contacts.
• Delivering effective business communication through advice, review, leadership and direct contribution to management and team meetings, briefings, consultation forums, correspondence, publicity, monthly and ad-hoc reporting and other publications, as appropriate.
• Provide a learning environment, and appropriate training and development planning. Ensure basic training needs are delivered, employees are fully competent to undertake their roles, and are able to reach their full future potential.
• Full JD can be provided upon application.

Experience Required

• Previous contract management experience and a good knowledge of building services and legislation.
• Experience and track record in working in Facilities Management. Technical background desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication skills. Ability to lead, motivate and direct a team of technicians/operatives.
• Possess an understanding of Health and Safety issues, NEBOSH / IOSH, or equivalent formal training would be desirable.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to prioritise workloads.
• Ability to work under pressure whilst remaining calm, clear thinking and able to deliver the required services to the client within given time constraints.