Senior Contracts Manager – Reactive FM & Minor Works
- Posted 28 May 2026
- Salary £70,000
- LocationEssex
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Management
Job description
We are working exclusively with a growing FM and reactive maintenance provider to recruit a Senior Contracts Manager to support the operational leadership of a busy and expanding division.
This is a key role within the business, overseeing reactive maintenance, building fabric and minor works delivery across a varied portfolio of commercial, public sector, retail and education clients.
The successful candidate will oversee 2 Contract Managers alongside operational teams and subcontractors, helping drive operational performance, client satisfaction, commercial growth and service standards across the region.
This role offers genuine progression potential within a growing business and would suit someone who enjoys a fast-paced operational environment with a strong mix of client management, reactive FM delivery and minor works.
Key Responsibilities
Overseeing reactive maintenance and minor works projects up to £100k
Managing and supporting 2 Contract Managers across the region
Leading operational delivery across building fabric and reactive FM services
Managing engineers, subcontractors and operational support teams
Building strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders
Managing operational escalations and service delivery issues
Supporting pricing, quotations, variations and additional works opportunities
Driving commercial performance and margin improvement
Monitoring KPIs, SLAs and operational reporting
Ensuring compliance across health & safety and operational governance
About You
Strong background within reactive FM, building maintenance or building fabric environments
Experience managing contracts, engineers and subcontractors
Commercially aware with experience managing minor works and additional works opportunities
Strong operational and client-facing management skills
Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple workstreams
Experience within small works/minor works environments up to £100k preferred
Package
£65,000 - £70,000 basic salary
Car allowance
Bonus/package
Growing business with long-term progression opportunities
Stable and supportive leadership team
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