Contract Manager

HVAC Recruitment; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading mechanical services company as a Contract Manager in Preston. You’ll manage a diverse portfolio of refurbishment and fit-out projects while engaging with clients and ensuring high-quality standards. This role offers a hybrid working option after a year, competitive salary, and a supportive team environment with clear career progression.

Benefits

Company vehicle or car allowance

Annual performance-based bonus

Pension scheme with employer contributions

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• HNC/NVQ in Building Services or related field required.
• Valid SSSTS/SMSTS certification and CSCS card mandatory.
• Demonstrable experience in managing HVAC and refurbishment projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical services contracts from initiation to completion.
• Ensure timely and budget-compliant project delivery.
• Maintain strong client relationships and conduct site visits.

Skills

Client Management

Communication

Project Management

Education

HNC/NVQ or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Contract Manager
Location: Preston (Hybrid working option available after 1 year)
Salary: 50,000- 55,000 plus company vehicle or car allowance
Working Hours: Monday-Thursday 08:30-17:00, Friday 08:00-16:30
Office Access: 07:30-17:00 with on-site parking

About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Contract Manager to join a well-established mechanical services team based in Preston. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of refurbishment and fit-out projects across the public and commercial sectors.

Typical projects include HVAC fit-outs, heating refurbishments, WC refurbishments, and Theatre Air Balancing works. Contract values range from 50,000 up to 4 million. The role requires strong client engagement with regular site visits and meetings.

Following a one-year period fully office-based, there is an option to adopt a hybrid working pattern (60% office, 40% remote).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical services contracts from initiation through to completion
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and to high-quality standards
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Attend site meetings and client consultations as required, including outside normal working hours
• Coordinate closely with colleagues across the management team
• Use Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook) for reporting and communication

Requirements

• HNC/NVQ or equivalent qualification in Building Services or a related discipline
• Valid SSSTS/SMSTS certification and CSCS card
• Demonstrable experience managing mechanical services contracts, particularly in refurbishment and HVAC
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong communication and client management skills
• Experience managing contract values between 50,000 and 4 million

Benefits

• Competitive salary and company vehicle or car allowance
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Secure role within a well-established and supportive team offering clear career progression

Team Overview
You will be joining a well-established team of 8 managers and directors overseeing a wider department of approximately 50-60 professionals.

Interview Process

1. Initial telephone screening
2. Informal face-to-face discussion
3. Final interview with senior leadership

Contact Jacob from HVAC for more info.