Contracts Manager (In Facilities)

Allstaff; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Allstaff Recruitment is seeking a Contracts Manager (In Facilities) in Milton Keynes for an initial 6-month contract with a view to permanency. Salary up to £50,000, 37.5 hours weekly (8:30–17:00). Location: Milton Keynes.

The role focuses on delivering high-quality facilities management across sites, managing procurement, and ensuring health and safety compliance. You will support operational teams, maintain records, and coordinate contractors while driving continuous improvement within budget

Qualifications

• Facilities Management experience and team leadership.
• Experience with budget and timelines.
• Knowledge of EHS legislation and compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• IT literate and proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Work with Operations to ensure efficient workplace operations.
• Oversee day-to-day office and building operations and facilities services.
• Support end-to-end procurement processes.
• Maintain facilities records, compliance docs, and asset information.
• Coordinate communication across facilities teams and contractors.
• Promote health, safety, environmental and security standards.
• Monitor office operations.
• Serve as primary contact for facilities inquiries.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Team management

Budget management

Procurement knowledge

EHS compliance knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Contracts Manager (In Facilities) based in Milton Keynes for one of our clients on a Full time initial 6 month contract with a view to going permanent basis.

The Contracts Manager plays a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality facilities management services across multiple sites. Working closely with operational teams, the successful candidate will ensure the efficient running of workplace environments, maintain compliance with health and safety standards, manage supplier relationships, and contribute to the overall facilities strategy. This role requires a proactive individual who can balance operational priorities, stakeholder expectations, and budget requirements while driving continuous improvement.

Summary of the Contracts Manager (In Facilities) role

Salary: Up to £50,000

Location: Milton Keynes

Type of Contract: Initial 6 month contract with a view to going permanent

Hours: 37.5 hour working week – 8.30am-5pm

Responsibilities of the Contracts Manager (In Facilities)

• Work closely with the Operational team to ensure efficient running of the workplace environment


• Oversee day-to-day office and building operations, ensuring the smooth functioning of all facilities services.


• Support end-to-end procurement processes


• Maintain accurate facilities records, compliance documentation, reports, and asset information.


• Coordinate communication across facilities teams and contractors


• Promote and enforce health, safety, environmental, and security standards across all locations, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and company policies.


• Monitor office operations


• Act as the primary point of contact for facilities-related enquiries and issues

Requirements for a successful Contracts Manager (In Facilities)

• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively


• Previous experience within Facilities Management and managing a team


• Experience working within budget and operational timelines


• Working knowledge of EHS legislation and compliance frameworks


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, both written and verbal


• IT literate including Microsoft Office

About Allstaff Recruitment

We’re an independent recruitment specialist based in Bedfordshire, supporting businesses across Bedford, Milton Keynes, and surrounding areas. We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract roles across multiple sectors.