Contract Manager

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Blackpool is seeking a Strategic Contract Manager for their Cleaning Services contract. The ideal candidate will lead teams, drive commercial success, and build client relationships. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, as well as experience in managing multi-service contracts. Competitive salary between £52,000 - £57,000, accompanied by excellent benefits.

Benefits

Excellent Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience managing multi-service contracts.
• Track record of delivering commercial results.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Build strong client partnerships and ensure outstanding customer experience.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Drive commercial success and manage budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Client relationship management

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree-level qualification

Job description

Job Introduction

Contract Manager - Cleaning Services | Location: Blackpool | £52,000 - £57,000 + Excellent Benefits

Are you a natural leader who thrives on building relationships, driving performance, and inspiring teams? We're looking for a Strategic Contract Manager to take ownership of a flagship soft FM contract - ensuring our clients receive exceptional service, our people feel empowered, and our business continues to grow sustainably.

This is your chance to make a real difference: shaping culture, delivering operational excellence, and creating lasting value for our clients, colleagues, and communities.

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Building strong, trusted client partnerships while ensuring an outstanding customer experience.
• Leading, motivating, and developing high-performing teams aligned to our values and culture.
• Driving commercial success: managing budgets, forecasts, and delivering growth opportunities.
• Championing safety, wellbeing, diversity, and sustainability across everything we do.
• Embedding operational excellence through innovation, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Unlocking new opportunities to grow and enhance our service offer.

What We\'re Looking For

• Degree-level qualification (or equivalent leadership experience) managing multi-service contracts.
• A proven leader with a track record of delivering commercial and financial results.
• Skilled at inspiring teams, engaging stakeholders, and creating a positive, high-performance culture.
• Strong communicator and negotiator with exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Commercially astute, data-driven, and always looking for smarter, better ways to deliver.
• Resilient, confident, and courageous - leading by example and embracing change with energy.

If you\'re ready to take on a role where your leadership, creativity, and vision can truly shine -apply today and help us deliver service excellence with impact.