Contracts Manager

Building Careers UK; Oldham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading M&E Contractor is looking for an experienced Facilities Management Contracts Manager to oversee the management and delivery of FM contracts across technically complex buildings. The role requires strong technical knowledge in mechanical and electrical services, leadership skills, and budget management experience. This is a long-term opportunity with competitive salary and benefits, supporting career progression in a professional environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Facilities Management contract management, ideally within an M&E contracting environment.
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical and electrical building services.
• Experience managing hard FM services and maintenance contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage Facilities Management contracts covering mechanical, electrical, and associated building services.
• Oversee hard FM service delivery, ensuring works are completed safely and in line with contractual KPIs.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and subcontractors.

Skills

Facilities Management contract management

Mechanical and electrical building services

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Budget management

Education

Relevant qualification in Facilities Management or Engineering

Job description

Our client, a well-established and growing M&E Contractor, is seeking an experienced Facilities Management Contracts Manager to join their team. This key role is responsible for managing and delivering FM service contracts across a portfolio of technically complex buildings following project handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Facilities Management contracts covering mechanical, electrical, and associated building services
• Oversee hard FM service delivery, ensuring works are completed safely, compliantly, and in line with contractual KPIs
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and internal delivery teams
• Manage contract mobilisation, variations, renewals, and performance reviews
• Monitor financial performance, budgets, and cost control across FM contracts
• Coordinate with project delivery and engineering teams to ensure smooth transition from construction to FM
• Carry out site audits, inspections, and compliance checks
• Ensure statutory compliance, health & safety, and SLA adherence across all contracts
• Support tendering, procurement, and appointment of FM supply chain partners

Requirements

• Proven experience in Facilities Management contract management, ideally within an M&E contracting environment
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical and electrical building services
• Experience managing hard FM services and maintenance contracts
• Good knowledge of statutory compliance, H&S legislation, and industry standards
• Commercially astute with experience managing budgets and contract performance
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Relevant qualification in Facilities Management, Engineering, or a related discipline (desirable)

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join an established and reputable M&E Contractor
• Long‑term role with a strong pipeline of secured work
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Career progression within a growing FM division
• Supportive and professional working environment

How to Apply

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