Senior Contract Manager
17 days ago
Croydon
Contract Manager - Electrical & Active Fire\n £70,000-£80,000 + Package\n Croydon\n Multi Disciplinary M&E Contractor \n\nOutline of Opportunity: \nWe are looking for a commercially astute Contract Manager to take the reins of a high-profile, flagship contract carrying out electrical and active fire works.. This isn't a role for someone looking to "steady the ship"-it's for a leader who wants to drive it. \nThe contract is secure and performing well, but we need a specialist who can identify the "marginal gains," unlock hidden commercial value, and treat this £4m per annum account as if it were their own business.\n\nThis is a "make your mark" position. You are inheriting a stable foundation with the total autonomy to optimize, innovate, and lead a flagship account within a market-leading organization.\n\nThe Role\n As Contract Manager, you will have full operational and commercial responsibility for the performance and profitability of the contract.\n\nYou will oversee the delivery of works relating to:\n\nFire alarm systems\nSprinkler systems\nAOV & EML\nLightning protection \nEICRs\nThis will include service, maintenance, testing, remedial works, and small installations, ensuring compliance, performance targets, and high service standards are consistently achieved.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nFull P&L responsibility for a £4m active fire contract\nManagement of operational teams including engineers, supervisors, and support staff\nEnsuring KPIs, SLAs, and compliance standards are met and exceeded\nDriving health & safety, quality, and performance standards\nManaging subcontractors and supply chain relationships\nBuilding and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships\nIdentifying commercial opportunities and growth within the contract\nProviding strategic input to strengthen delivery and profitability\n\nAbout You\n\nProven background in Active Fire systems (essential)\nStrong working knowledge of fire alarm, sprinkler, and fire suppression systems\nPrevious experience in a Contract Manager, Senior Operations Manager, or similar role\nCommercially aware with experience managing budgets and margin performance\nConfident communicator who can manage expectations and hold their ground\nPractical, solutions-focused, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment\nAn electrical background is welcome, provided you have solid active fire experience\n\nWhat's On Offer\n\n£70,000-£80,000 salary\nLong-term contract stability\nHigh-value, established framework\nSenior leadership role with real autonomy\nOpportunity to genuinely shape and grow the contract\n\nContract Manager - Electrical & Active Fire\n £70,000-£80,000 + Package\n Croydon\n Multi Disciplinary M&E Contractor