Contract Manager

Exciting Opportunity for a Contract Manager - NHS Hard Facilities Management (Essex)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and experienced Contract Manager to join an expanding Hard Facilities Management team in Essex. This is a fantastic role where you'll oversee the delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Reactive Maintenance services for a key NHS client.

About the Company:

This growing organisation is a leader in providing Hard FM services to NHS Trusts across England. The team delivers essential maintenance services for over 250 buildings, including hospitals, care homes, ambulance trusts, and more. With a commitment to excellence, they are looking for a Contract Manager to join the team and help maintain the highest standards of service delivery.

What You'll Be Doing:

As the Contract Manager, you'll act as the main point of contact for all operational issues across multiple sites in Essex, including 3 hospitals and 2 care homes. Leading a skilled team, you'll ensure that planned and reactive maintenance services run smoothly, meeting client needs and contractual obligations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the team to deliver exceptional maintenance and repair services.
• Managing service delivery in line with KPIs and SLAs.
• Overseeing daily, weekly, and annual planning, ensuring excellent performance and contract compliance.
• Working closely with subcontractors and suppliers to monitor performance and service excellence.
• Engaging in client meetings, providing reports, and demonstrating service delivery performance.
• Managing the financial aspects of the contract, ensuring profitability and risk management.
• Focusing on succession planning and team development.

What We Can Offer You:

• A competitive salary up to 60k, depending on your experience.
• Car allowance of 5k per year.
• 25 days of holiday, with the opportunity to increase to 30 days.
• 4% contributory pension scheme.
• Access to a range of benefits including eyecare vouchers, free flu vaccinations, and a health cash plan.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal support whenever you need it.
• Flexible benefits including options for Private Medical, Critical Illness, Cycle to Work schemes, and more.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing and dynamic organisation.

About You:

We're looking for someone with strong experience in contract management, ideally within the NHS or healthcare sector. You should have:

• Proven experience managing teams in critical workplace environments.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in managing P&Ls.
• A track record of driving continuous improvement and implementing strategic plans.
• Excellent leadership skills with a focus on team development and succession planning.
• Previous experience in the PFI sector is a plus but not essential.

If you're looking for a role where you can manage complex contracts in a supportive and dynamic environment, this could be the ideal position for you.

Why Join?

This organisation offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and real opportunities for personal and career growth. Whether you're seeking career progression or a more balanced work life, this could be the perfect role for you.

We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in our workforce. If you have the skills and experience required for the role, we would love to hear from you.

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