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Contract Manager - Facilities Management
???? Ellesmere Port | Competitive Salary

Are you an experienced FM professional ready to lead a large-scale operation in a high-demand environment? We're working with a national facilities management provider to recruit a Contract Manager overseeing a flagship manufacturing site in Ellesmere Port.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable and established FM business, offering long-term career development, strategic oversight, and a key leadership role within a critical account.

The Role

As Contract Manager, you'll take full ownership of operational delivery and commercial performance for this site-based contract. Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the client's key contact and trusted partner
• Leading a team of engineers and subcontractors, ensuring top-tier service delivery
• Driving performance across KPIs, CPIs, and compliance metrics
• Supporting succession planning and team development
• Identifying opportunities for contract growth and service optimisation
• Managing operational budgets, MI reporting, and audit preparation
• Ensuring full legal and statutory compliance (including H&S and CDM)
• Running strategic and operational meetings internally and with the client

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a hands-on leader with technical expertise and operational FM experience in a complex environment.

You'll need to have:

• A proven track record in Facilities or Operations Management
• Experience managing large teams and subcontractor performance
• High-voltage systems knowledge (essential)
• Fire systems experience (essential)
• Prior experience in an automotive or manufacturing environment (essential)
• IOSH (minimum) and a solid understanding of CDM regulations
• Financial acumen - able to manage budgets and reporting
• Minimum of City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services or HVAC
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and IT systems

Why Apply?

• Work with an industry-leading FM provider on a high-profile site
• Influence operational strategy and performance
• Join a business with real routes for progression
• Competitive salary, car allowance, and strong benefits package

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.