Contract Manager - Contract Cleaning
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Opportunity
We are a cleaning, security and soft services business operating from regional offices UK wide, serving clients in sectors that include: Commercial, Corporate, Pharmaceutical, Retail, Manufacturing and Education.
We pride ourselves on client satisfaction and the development of our staff through regular training and a shared sense of responsibility, with a family-feel to our business.
As a result of new mobilisations and continued growth we are looking to strengthen our management teams and are looking for a new contract manager in the M3/M4 corridor area who wants to manage their own business area including P&L and take direct control of their team, client relationships and results, as well as H&S including COSHH, BICS, IOSH
The Package
£30 - £32k basic
Car or Car Allowance
35 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
Flexible hours
The Territory
Swindon, Basingstoke, Newbury, Abingdon & Winchester
Key Objective of the Role for a Contract Manager
To manage several contracts ensuring the delivery of a consistently high-quality standard of service which meets the client and satisfaction, whilst meeting the company business needs.
Main Responsibilities of a Contracts Manager
· Contract/Site Management
· The Contracts Manager will ensure the service delivery specification is implemented and adhered to.
· Regular client liaison: plan and implement a visitation programme to monitor standards and client satisfaction in all contracts, via the Quality Service Level Indicator/ECAT procedure.
· To ensure all client queries and complaints are dealt with in a timely and effective manner.
· Ensure the line manager is kept fully advised of any operational difficulties, especially those, which would jeopardise the retention of the contract. Recommend, as appropriate, improvements, staffing numbers and rates that are in the best interest of the business.
· To ensure that the financial performance of each contract is being controlled to the budgeted requirements. This relates to:
(a) Staffing levels and payrates
(b) Materials and equipment
(c) Payroll completion
(d) Plan manning, equipment, and material levels for periodic work.
(e) Other costs such as vehicles etc.
· Contracts Managers maximise the level of business done within each contract by identifying additional opportunities for extension to the contract and/or additional work as well as facility services sales.
· To assist the sales team as and when required.
· To ensure adequate supplies are onsite.
· To recruit, induct and train new staff.
· Monitor and review performance of staff, and effectively communicate the company’s required standards to staff.
· To resolve any disciplinary/ grievance matters in line with company policy and procedure.
· To provide guidance, coaching and training to managers and supervisors.
· Ensure that new starter and signing in procedures are adhered to.
· Complete all procedures relating to health and safety audits, payroll, Service Level Indicators, induction, training, and expenses accurately and on time.
· To ensure all management and control systems are adhered to, and that the company is complying with HR, and quality, environmental and health and safety standards.
Why Work for Us
- Ethical Business, always looking to reduce our environmental impact and our use of the planet’s resources.
- Equal Opportunities Employer who promotes diversity.
- Innovative Approach to the Employee Journey
- A defined purpose-driven set of values helps our employees understand what we stand for and fosters the shared sense of responsibility and family-feel to our business
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £30,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Experience:
- contract cleaning management: 3 years (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: RA20230217
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Contract Manager - Contract Cleaning roles across Raymond Associates's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,000 - £32,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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