Contract Manager

SOLOS Consultants Ltd; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure services seeks a Contract Manager to oversee key maintenance contracts in Liverpool. The role focuses on operational excellence, client satisfaction, and financial management, ideal for a candidate with a strong background in contract management and leadership. If you thrive in dynamic environments and possess notable negotiation skills, apply now.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract management in Street Lighting/Highways.
• Strong understanding of planned reactive maintenance and capital replacement programs.
• Track record in growing third-party works business.

Responsibilities

• Manage Local Authority Street Lighting Term Service Contract and regional works contract.
• Cultivate relationships with authorities and stakeholders as primary contact.
• Supervise planned reactive maintenance activities to ensure service level agreements.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Education

Degree in Business Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Contract Management Software

Confirm Asset Management System

Job description

Contract Manager

GBP65,000-GBP75,000 per annum + Car Allowance & Benefits

Full time

Permanent

Liverpool

As the Contract Manager, you will oversee the comprehensive management of a critical maintenance contract for a key client. Your primary focus will be on ensuring outstanding performance, compliance with safety and well-being standards, client and customer satisfaction, and financial success aligned with company expectations.

Essential criteria;

Who we are looking for:

• Proven experience in contract management in Street Lighting/Highways, operations management, and business development, preferably within the infrastructure services sector.
• Strong understanding of planned reactive maintenance, capital replacement programs, and asset management.
• Track record of successfully growing and managing third-party works business.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for building and maintaining positive client relationships.
• Financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and financial performance.
• Effective leadership skills to inspire and lead a team towards achieving business objectives.
• Knowledge of local regulations, policies, and procedures related to infrastructure services is advantageous.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools used for contract and project management.
• Experience in use in confirm asset management system (desirable)
• A degree in Business Management, Engineering, or a related field (desirable)
• Possess excellent communication skills to effectively interact with various stakeholders, thrive in high-pressure environments, and remain highly self-motivated with the ability to effectively motivate others.

Role and responsibilities;

What your role will include:

• Manage and oversee the entire Local Authority Street Lighting Term Service Contract and other regional works contract, ensuring adherence to agreed terms, performance metrics, and key indicators.
• Cultivate positive relationships with the authority and other stakeholders, serving as the primary contact for operational matters.
• Collaborate closely with the client, understanding their needs and ensuring successful service delivery.
• Supervise and coordinate planned reactive maintenance activities, ensuring timely responses and issue resolutions in line with service level agreements.
• Implement and monitor capital replacement programs to enhance asset conditions based on client specifications.
• Conduct routine site visits to assess work quality, safety protocols, and provide constructive feedback to the team.
• Identify and pursue business opportunities for expanding the third-party works business, encompassing both illuminated and non-illuminated asset-related projects.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve growth targets, establishing Our Client as a market leader.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to craft competitive proposals and bids for potential projects.
• Manage the budget for Street Lighting Term Service Contract and other regional works contract, ensuring financial targets are met or exceeded.
• Monitor project costs, resource allocation, and profitability, implementing cost-saving measures as necessary.
• Lead and motivate operational staff, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge for effective performance.
• Provide guidance and support ensuring a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Conduct performance evaluations and identify training needs to promote professional growth.

If this role is of interest & you meet the above criteria, then please apply immediately