Contract Manager - Technical bias in OX1 in Oxford

We’re looking for a technically strong, people‑focused Contract Manager to lead our Hard FM delivery and wider site-based team on a high‑profile single‑customer contract in Oxford. You’ll ensure full compliance, exceptional service standards and a first‑class customer experience across a multi‑service TFM environment (including cleaning and security). Acting as Deputy to the Contract Director, you’ll manage onsite engineers and subcontractors, drive operational excellence, and maintain a fully compliant, safe and operational estate.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Own the delivery of Hard FM services, ensuring all PPM, reactive, remedial and small works meet SLA/KPI expectations.
• Build strong relationships with the customer through clear communication, regular site walkarounds and a proactive, customer‑focused approach.
• Provide robust technical guidance; source specialist support where required.
• Work with engineers to diagnose issues and implement strategic action plans.
• Capture feedback to improve service delivery and ensure expectations are consistently met.
• Identify and secure opportunities for contract growth in partnership with Commercial teams.
• Embed Atlas Health & Safety policy across day‑to‑day operations.
• Ensure statutory compliance, accurate PPM records, and robust safe systems of work.
• Escalate risks appropriately, investigate incidents, and uphold corporate governance requirements.
• Lead performance management of Hard FM suppliers, ensuring safety, reliability and value.
• Full P&L ownership—manage budgets, financial risks, forecasting and monthly applications for payment.
• Provide clear reporting (monthly/quarterly/annual) to both the client and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications, Certifications & Training

• Demonstrable trade qualifications and experience in an M&E discipline.
• Accredited Health & Safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH Managing Safely).

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• 3+ years’ leadership experience in a similar multi‑discipline service delivery environment.
• Proven track record of managing and reviewing company policies/procedures and implementing effective operational change.
• Strong financial control skills, including P&L ownership and achieving financial targets.
• Experience producing internal reports, performance data and delivering presentations.
• 3+ years’ experience managing corporate customer relationships, including report production and leading performance review meetings.
• Ability to use management information to support operational decision‑making.
• Experience managing large teams (20+), with strong people management and development capability.
• Proven background in auditing service delivery.
• 3+ years’ management of Hard FM or multi‑service operations.
• Experience using CAFM systems (e.g., Planon or similar).
• Strong knowledge of statutory regulations across building services and Permits to Work in highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge and experience of SFG20 standards for planned preventative maintenance.
• Proficient in MS Office with strong presentation skills.

Atlas Workplace Services is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to ensuring a fair, inclusive recruitment process for everyone.