At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead operational and commercial management of a major university contract in Cardiff.
- Company: An established building services provider with a prestigious reputation.
- Benefits: Includes a £62,000 salary, company vehicle, fuel card, and 33 days annual leave.
- Other info: Position based in Cardiff, focusing on Hard FM and technical facilities management.
- Why this job: Opportunity to influence contract performance and client relationships in a strategic role.
- Qualifications: Requires 5 years' experience in Contract Management and strong P&L management skills.
The predicted salary is between 62000 - 62000 £ per year.
An established and highly respected building services provider is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Contract Manager to lead a major university contract based in Cardiff. This is a senior leadership position offering full operational and commercial responsibility across a large, technically complex estate, managing engineering teams, subcontractors, client relationships and contract performance.
If you thrive in a client‑facing environment, enjoy leading high‑performing teams and want genuine autonomy to influence service delivery and contract success, we’d love to hear from you.
The Opportunity
As Senior Contract Manager, you will act as the primary operational lead for the contract, ensuring exceptional service delivery whilst maintaining profitability, compliance and customer satisfaction. You will take ownership of:
- Full P&L responsibility across the contract
- Managing multi‑disciplined engineering and maintenance teams
- Building and developing strong client relationships
- Delivering planned, reactive and minor works programmes
- Driving contract performance, efficiencies and continuous improvement
- Managing subcontractor performance and governance
- Supporting contract renewals and business growth opportunities
- Leading operational, financial and service performance reporting
- Ensuring compliance with all statutory, client and company requirements
This role offers significant visibility within both the client organisation and the wider business, making it an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Contract Manager looking to step into a larger, more strategic position.
What We’re Looking For
We are keen to speak with candidates who have experience within:
- Hard FM
- Building Services
- Technical Facilities Management
- Critical Environments
- Healthcare, Education, Commercial or Large Public Sector Estates
You will ideally possess:
- 5 years’ Contract Management experience
- Strong commercial awareness and P&L management experience
- Experience managing large maintenance contracts
- Leadership experience managing engineering teams and subcontractors
- Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills
- Strong knowledge of compliance, health & safety and statutory regulations
- IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH qualification
- Technical or engineering qualification (Level 4 or equivalent preferred)
Salary & Benefits
£62,000 Basic Salary
Company Vehicle & Fuel Card
Company Phone
33 Days Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays)
Increased Holiday Entitlement with Service
5.7% Employer Pension Contribution
Company Sick Pay Scheme
Birthday Voucher
Perkbox Benefits Platform
£750 Employee Referral Scheme
Free On‑Site Parking
Regular Company Social Events
Ongoing Training & Career Development
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to join a growing and ambitious organisation where you’ll have genuine influence over contract performance, client relationships and team development. You’ll be trusted to lead from the front, make key operational decisions and play a major role in the continued success of a flagship university contract. If you’re currently working as a Senior Contract Manager, Contract Manager, Facilities Manager, Operations Manager, Engineering Manager or Building Services Manager and are looking for your next challenge in Cardiff, we’d like to hear from you.
Senior Contract Manager – Hard FM in Cardiff employer: Build Recruitment Limited
Join a respected building services provider in Cardiff offering excellent benefits like a £750 employee referral scheme and ongoing training. The team is dedicated to delivering exceptional service across large public sector estates, including healthcare and education.
