Job Description
TristoneNash are working with a provider of social housing, to assist them with the recruitment of an M&E Contracts Manager.
The Contracts Manager will oversee replacement, servicing, maintenance, and small project works, ensuring systems are safe, compliant, and operating efficiently.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Leading the management of contracts for assigned mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring safe, compliant, and value-for-money service delivery.
* Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of statutory legislation, British Standards, and guidance (including SFG20), ensuring full compliance with all safety obligations.
* Monitoring contractor performance against specifications and KPIs, chair review meetings, and drive continuous improvement where required.
* Managing budgets, forecasting, spend control, and authorise payments and contract variations as appropriate.
* Analysing repairs data and emerging trends to inform planned works and long-term maintenance strategies.
* Acting as a key point of contact for contractors, customers, and stakeholders, resolving operational matters and keeping customers informed of planned works.
* Developing and overseeing structured audit and inspection programmes, maintaining accurate electronic compliance records from inception to closure.
To apply for this position we are looking for:
* A Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent experience).
* Strong technical knowledge of M&E systems, safety requirements, and commercial contract management.
* Experience managing third-party suppliers and delivering large-scale M&E testing programmes.
* A sound understanding of current building regulations and Health & Safety legislation, including CDM.
* A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
* Be willing to work in the office and travel between sites as required.
Please submit your CV for consideration or alternatively contact a member of the team for more information.