Operations Contract Manager

  • GreenSquareAccord
  • City, Birmingham
  • Aug 12, 2025
Full time

Job Description

Operations Contract Manager

Birmingham Full-time Hybrid Working

Drive collaboration, service excellence and contract innovation at the heart of our communities.

At GreenSquareAccord, our purpose is simple, to create great places to live and work. We re looking for a skilled and collaborative Operations Contract Manager to lead the way in how we deliver essential estate services through well-managed, high-performing contracts that put our residents first.

This is more than just managing contracts, it s about working with teams, suppliers and communities to build a consistent, customer-focused services that makes a lasting difference.

The role

Reporting to the Director of Estate Services, you ll be at the forefront of managing and improving a wide range of contracts which includes grounds maintenance as well as cleaning to specialist services like pest control and arboriculture.

You ll lead a team of Contract Officers and Administrators working closely with colleagues across the business to ensure services are efficient, responsive and meet the needs of our residents. With a clear focus on collaboration, performance, and contractual rigour, you ll embed a contract management approach that delivers real value.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead on the procurement, monitoring and performance of multiple service contracts
  • Build strong relationships with internal teams, contractors and customers to ensure smooth and responsive service delivery
  • Develop and embed a robust contract management framework whilst setting clear roles, responsibilities and performance standards
  • Support your team to monitor contractor KPIs, identify issues early and drive continuous improvement
  • Champion service quality and customer involvement, ensuring feedback directly shapes delivery
  • Provide financial oversight, ensuring value for money and contractual compliance across all areas
  • Promote a culture of learning, performance and cross-team working to deliver services "right first time"

About you

We re looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about getting things done properly.

You ll bring:

  • Experience leading multiple large-scale service contracts, ideally within housing, estates or property services
  • A strong understanding of contract frameworks, supplier performance and commercial negotiations
  • A hands-on approach to developing contract schedules, specs and service standards
  • Experience motivating and leading high-performing teams
  • A collaborative, solutions-focused style - comfortable working across departments, engaging customers and influencing suppliers
  • CIPS Level 3/4 (essential)

This role is perfect for someone who can zoom out to see the bigger picture but isn t afraid to get into the detail to make things work better.

Why join GreenSquareAccord?

You ll be part of a values-led organisation that s committed to delivering social impact through excellent services. We believe in doing things differently, and we give our people the support and autonomy to make things happen.

  • Be part of a supportive, experienced team who care about getting it right
  • Work in a modern, collaborative Birmingham office with flexible working across our regions
  • Shape services that improve homes, communities and lives
  • Enjoy a positive, inclusive culture where your voice matters

Ready to lead smarter contracts, stronger teams and better services?

Join us and help shape the future of service delivery at GreenSquareAccord.

Closing date for applications:

27-08-2025

For more information about this position please open the following document/s:

OperationsContractManagerJobDescription.docx

GSARecruitmentPack(NonC&S).pdf