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Posted 20 July, 2026

Contracts Manager

Reed
Sale, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Estates Contracts Manager to join a growing and dynamic organisation operating across multiple sites in the Greater Manchester area.

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This is a key role within the central operations team, responsible for managing estates-related contracts, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and delivering high-quality, cost-effective services across a diverse property portfolio.

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You will play a vital role in overseeing contractor performance, supporting procurement processes, and contributing to long-term estates planning and risk management.

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Key Responsibilities

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Contracts & Supplier Management

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    Manage the full lifecycle of estates contracts, from procurement through to renewal

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    Monitor contractor performance against KPIs and service level agreements

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    Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, health & safety, and safeguarding standards

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    Resolve performance issues, disputes, and non-compliance

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Planned Maintenance & Compliance

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    Develop and oversee a risk-based Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programme

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    Ensure all statutory compliance requirements are met across all sites

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    Use asset and compliance data to inform lifecycle planning and capital investment

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Procurement & Financial Oversight

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    Support tendering, evaluation, and contract mobilisation processes

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    Monitor expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities

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    Ensure value for money across all centrally managed contracts

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Stakeholder Collaboration

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    Work closely with senior leadership, site teams, and external contractors

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    Provide expert advice on estates-related matters

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    Contribute to reporting, policies, and organisational planning

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About You

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Essential

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    Proven experience managing complex commercial or public sector contracts

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    Strong knowledge of contractor performance management and compliance

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    Experience with budgeting, financial monitoring, and risk analysis

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    Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

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    Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities

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Desirable

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    Experience in a multi-site environment

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    Knowledge of estates management within education or public sector settings

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    Professional qualifications such as CIPS, PRINCE2, or APM

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Additional Requirements

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    Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across multiple locations

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    Understanding of health & safety, safeguarding, and compliance requirements

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    Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

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If the above is of interest and you would like to learn more about this position, then please either APPLY NOW or contact me directly at