Contract Manager

WR HVAC | MEP; Manchester; On-site; GBP 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mechanical and electrical services company seeks an experienced Contracts Manager for HVAC maintenance in Manchester. This role involves managing service delivery across multiple contracts, ensuring compliance with SLAs, and leading engineering teams. The ideal candidate has a strong background in M&E systems, exceptional client management skills, and commercial awareness. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £66,000 to £91,000, inclusive of bonuses and allowances, with opportunities for growth within the organization.

Benefits

£6,000 car allowance

28 days holiday + Christmas shutdown + bank holidays

Gross profit bonus – typically £10,000

Genuine organic progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager in an M&E or HVAC maintenance environment.
• Strong technical understanding of M&E and HVAC systems.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end performance of maintenance contracts.
• Act as primary client contact and ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Monitor contract financials and ensure compliance with H&S legislation.

Skills

Contracts Management

Client Management

Negotiation Skills

Technical Understanding of M&E and HVAC Systems

Commercial Awareness

Job description

Contracts Manager M&E Maintenance

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Contracts Manager to oversee the delivery of mechanical, electrical, and HVAC maintenance services across a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial clients. This position plays a key role in ensuring all contracted works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with contractual, financial, and quality expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end performance of multiple maintenance contracts, ensuring compliance with SLAs and KPIs
• Act as the primary client contact, building strong relationships and ensuring high customer satisfaction
• Oversee PPM, reactive maintenance, and minor project delivery across M&E and HVAC disciplines
• Monitor contract financials, including budgeting, forecasting, margin control, and reporting
• Lead and support engineering teams, including scheduling, resource allocation, and subcontractor management
• Ensure all works comply with statutory requirements, H&S legislation, and company procedures
• Conduct site audits, contract reviews, and performance meetings
• Identify opportunities for contract growth, additional works, and service improvements
• Prepare reports, proposals, and necessary documentation

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager (or similar role) within an M&E or HVAC maintenance environment
• Strong technical understanding of M&E and HVAC systems
• Excellent communication, client management, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and teams in a fast-paced environment
• Strong commercial awareness and experience managing contract budgets
• Knowledge of compliance requirements and health & safety standards
• Full UK driving licence

What’s On Offer

• Total earnings £66,000 - £91,000
• Base salary £50,000–£75,000 (DOE)
• Gross profit bonus – typically £10,000
• £6,000 car allowance
• 28 days holiday + Christmas shutdown + bank holidays
• Genuine organic progression within a growing business