Contracts Manager

FM Search & Select Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car allowance

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

FM Search & Select Ltd in Edinburgh is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee mechanical, heating and building services contracts. The role suits an experienced professional who can manage engineers, coordinate subcontractors and ensure delivery on time and to budget.

The position is permanent, full-time, office-based in Edinburgh with Monday–Friday hours. A strong background in mechanical services and driving license are desired, with a company car allowance and clear progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• A strong technical background in mechanical services, commercial gas, heating, plumbing or HVAC/air conditioning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of mechanical, heating and building services contracts.
• Manage and coordinate engineers, subcontractors and day-to-day workloads.
• Plan and schedule maintenance, repairs and associated works.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, maintaining strong working relationships.
• Ensure contracts are delivered on time, within budget and to the required standards.
• Attend site meetings and carry out site inspections when required.
• Oversee materials, resources and subcontractor requirements.
• Monitor contract performance, costs and service delivery.
• Ensure all works comply with health and safety regulations and company procedures.
• Support the continued growth and development of the business.

Job description

Contracts Manager - Mechanical / Heating Services

Location: Edinburgh | Salary: £50,000 + Car Allowance | Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time | Working Hours: Monday to Friday | Office-Based

FM Search & Select are currently recruiting for a Contracts Manager to join a well-established and growing mechanical building services company based in Edinburgh.

This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced Contracts Manager or an ambitious Supervisor looking to take the next step into management.

Our client is keen to speak with candidates who have a strong technical background in mechanical services, commercial gas, heating, plumbing or air conditioning, with the ability to oversee contracts, manage engineers and ensure the successful delivery of works.

The Role

• Oversee the delivery of mechanical, heating and building services contracts.
• Manage and coordinate engineers, subcontractors and day-to-day workloads.
• Plan and schedule maintenance, repairs and associated works.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, maintaining strong working relationships.
• Ensure contracts are delivered on time, within budget and to the required standards.
• Attend site meetings and carry out site inspections when required.
• Oversee materials, resources and subcontractor requirements.
• Monitor contract performance, costs and service delivery.
• Ensure all works comply with health and safety regulations and company procedures.
• Support the continued growth and development of the business.

About You

• A background in mechanical building services, commercial gas, heating, plumbing or HVAC/air conditioning.
• Previous experience in a Contracts Manager, Mechanical Supervisor, Gas Supervisor, Heating Supervisor or similar position.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical maintenance and installation works.
• Experience coordinating engineers, subcontractors or site activities.
• Good organisational, communication and client management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple jobs and prioritise workloads.
• A proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• A full UK driving licence.

Salary & Benefits

• £50,000 annual salary
• Company car allowance
• Permanent, full-time position
• Monday to Friday working hours
• Office-based in Edinburgh
• Opportunity for career progression and development
• Join an established and growing mechanical services business
• Varied contracts and the opportunity to take ownership of service delivery