FM Contracts Manager

Bimplus; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee hard FM operations in Exeter, managing in-house engineers and specialist contractors delivering planned and reactive maintenance across M&E and building fabric systems.

The role requires a strong background in Hard FM with commercial and operational oversight, focusing on high service standards and excellent customer service for the client.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Hard FM or building services.
• Proven M&E background and understanding.
• Experience with PPM and reactive maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Motivated and career-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day performance of Hard FM service contracts.
• Act as primary client representative.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance.
• Ensure building services are appropriately managed.
• Ensure all Hard FM activities comply with UK legislation.
• Provide commercial oversight and identify opportunities for cost‑saving measures.
• Develop effective working relationships with contractors.
• Keep up to date with RAMS, permits and inspection reports.
• Manage contractor mobilisation, resources and service delivery.

Job description

Contract Management & Procurement Consultancy

Contracts Manager | Hard FM Contracts Manager | Facilities Management

Exeter | Competitive Salary | Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm | Full-time | Permanent | Planned & Reactive Hard FM

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Contracts Manager to oversee operational focus across Exeter. You will manage in-house engineers and specialist contractors delivering planned and reactive maintenance across M&E and building fabric systems.

This opportunity would suit someone with a strong background in Hard FM, with strong commercial and operational oversight, focused on delivering high service standards and excellent customer service.

What We Offer

Monday to Friday working hours, 8am-6pm.

Long-term career prospects.

Opportunity to work on a major construction project.

Key Duties

Manage day-to-day performance of Hard FM service contracts.

Act as primary client representative.

Oversee planned preventative maintenance.

Ensure building services are appropriately managed.

Ensure all Hard FM activities comply with UK legislation.

Provide commercial oversight and identify opportunities for cost‑saving measures.

Develop effective working relationships with contractors.

Keep up to date with RAMS, permits and inspection reports.

Manage contractor mobilisation, resources and service delivery.

Requirements

Strong background in Hard FM or building services.

Proven M&E background and understanding.

Background in PPM and reactive maintenance.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Good communication and organisational skills.

Motivated and career-focused attitude.