Technical Contract Manager (HVAC)

ZipRecruiter; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical services provider in the UK is seeking a Technical Contract Manager to oversee HVAC installation projects. This role demands strong project management skills, compliance knowledge, and the ability to manage budgets. The successful candidate will coordinate with clients and internal teams, ensuring project deliverables are achieved. Ideal for candidates with significant experience in the FM sector and relevant certifications. Competitive salary and extensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Auto-enrolment Pension

Extensive Healthcare & Wellbeing provisions

Free parking

Gym facilities onsite

Qualifications

• At least 3 years operating as a Technical Manager/Project Manager in the FM sector.
• Experience delivering projects in line with CDM regulations.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage installation projects from quotation through to commissioning.
• Ensure project deliverables are achieved within scope, time, and budget.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure SHEQ standards are met.

Skills

Technical management experience

Project management in FM sector

Budget and P&L management

Compliance with CDM regulations

Communication skills

Education

Technical qualification HNC or above

Tools

SMSTS Card

CSCS Card

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Technical Contract Manager to join the Projects at Thermatic Technical FM. As a Thermatic Technical Contract Manager you are a key member of the Thermatic Projects Division. The division's main aim is to provide clients with a Design and Build Service for their mechanical installation requirements. As a Technical Contract Manager you will support this purpose by delivering the HVAC installation projects across several clients. Thermatic Technical FM provide complete nationwide coverage, across the full spectrum of Hard FM services to large, commercial clients. Our team of mobile engineers are supported by the account teams at Head Office to provide both reactive breakdown and planned maintenance services to our clients.

Benefits

• 33 days holiday (inc bank holidays) + a day off on your Birthday
• Auto-enrolment Pension
• Death in Service Insurance @ 4 X salary
• Extensive Healthcare & Wellbeing provisions including:
  • Private Medical Insurance (no excess)
  • Dental & Optical cash back scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to virtual GP support
  • Health discounts
  • Access to annual health screening
• Enhanced Family Leave policies
• Free parking
• Company events
• Gym facilities onsite
• Referral bonus
• Employee of the Month awards
• Long Service Awards

Hours & Location of Work

Main location - This role will be flexible, based at our Head Office in Manchester, but will also require travel to sites across the United Kingdom.

Regular hours of work - Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm - 40 hour working week. Whilst this is our company standard working week, our engineers require "out of hours" support, so an aspect of this is to be expected.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Essential:

• At least 3 years operating as a Technical Manager/ Project Manager in the FM sector. Whether Building Services, HVAC, or M&E
• Experience delivering projects in line with CDM regulations.
• Experience with managing a Project budget and P&L for an annual account of £1m+
• Evidence of working on several projects simultaneously in and delivering them all on time and to the expected standard
• SMSTS and CSCS card.
• Full UK driving license

Desirable:

• Technical qualification HNC or above
• Experience working with JCT Minor works + and / or NEC level 3 + contracts.
• Formal Project Management qualification (Prince2, Agile, APMQ)
• Previous experience as an installation engineer
• HVAC compliance qualifications (F-GAS / Gas SAFE)

Responsibilities

• Manage installation projects from quotation through to pre-construction, construction, testing, and commissioning.
• Ensure project deliverables are defined, agreed upon, and achieved within scope, time, and budget.
• Conduct material take-offs and arrange all necessary equipment, materials, plant, and labour to align with the project programme.
• Coordinate and manage labour and resources to maintain adherence to project timelines.
• Provide technical support and liaise with the design team to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Survey sites for new equipment installations.
• Compile and complete Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS) in a timely and thorough manner, accounting for all relevant hazards.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) standards and project milestones are met.
• Act as point of escalation and provide formal briefings to engineers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Liaise with office-based staff, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure clear communication and coordination.
• Provide accurate and competitive quotations, ensuring pricing reflects current market conditions.
• Conduct regular commercial reviews to monitor project performance and ensure proactive billing of milestones and submission of variations.
• Control project budgets, seeking opportunities for cost-saving where possible.
• Collate documentation and submit O&M manuals and warranties upon project completion.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure project delivery aligns with contractual agreements.
• Attend stakeholder and client meetings as required.
• Develop and maintain strong, constructive relationships with clients.
• Provide technical and value engineering advice based on project scope and potential.
• Offer out-of-hours support in accordance with client and site requirements.
• Support clients nationally and attend sites across mainland UK as needed.

Our People

We\'re a business built on people and it\'s the people that make us different from other companies. If you believe your skills and experience can bring value to this role then we\'d love to hear from you.

We\'re a diverse group and encourage our people to be independent thinkers and collaborative doers to create a supportive culture full of passion.

We provide opportunities for growth and development across our organisation through apprenticeships, professional qualifications, management training, and on the job learning. As a business that is continually growing, we\'re looking to attract the best talent in the industry to grow our workforce and join our combined efforts towards our goals.

Thermatic Group is an Equal Opportunities employer and takes is responsibilities relating to Equality, , & seriously. For further information, you can request a copy of our Equality, & Policy.

Guaranteed Interview Commitment - We have made a commitment to improve employment opportunities for ex-military personnel. Therefore, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet both the criteria for the commitment and the essential job role criteria.