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    Job: Contract Manager

    permanent

    Posted: Dec 15, 2025

    Description

    Our client is looking for an experienced and driven Contract Manager to lead the delivery of Facilities Management services. This is a key role responsible for operational performance, health and safety, compliance, and the commercial success of the contract within a complex healthcare environment.

    What you’ll be doing

    • Lead a strong culture of safety, inclusion, and high performance.
    • Take full responsibility for contract, lifecycle, and FM service budgets, including forecasting and financial reporting.
    • Ensure all statutory, contractual, and NHS compliance requirements (including SHTMs) are met.
    • Manage contract performance, producing monthly reports and attending client operational meetings.
    • Build and maintain positive, long-term relationships with NHS and ProjectCo stakeholders.
    • Identify and manage risks and opportunities in partnership with commercial and finance teams.
    • Ensure service delivery meets agreed quality, safety, and performance standards.

    What we’re looking for

    • An experienced Facilities or Contract Manager with a relevant Estates/Facilities qualification.
    • ???????Strong commercial awareness, ideally within healthcare PFI or similarly complex environments.
    • Sound technical knowledge, including Building Regulations and NHS SHTM guidance.
    • Experience using CAFM systems and managing FM helpdesk performance.
    • Proven budget management experience.
    • A recognised health and safety qualification (IOSH, NEBOSH, or SMSTS).
    • Strong analytical skills, a methodical approach, and the ability to work independently.
    • Excellent customer service skills with a collaborative, flexible mindset.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

    Appointment is subject to a satisfactory DBS/Disclosure check.

    If you would like to discuss in more detail please contact Lyndsey at Global Highland

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