Assistant Contracts Manager

Assistant Contracts Manager Location: Woking Salary: £55,000–£57,500 per annum Full-Time | Permanent | 40 Hours per week We’re looking for an experienced Assistant Contracts Manager to support the successful delivery and performance of key maintenance contracts in Woking. This is a varied management role where you’ll work closely with the Contract Manager, client representatives, operatives and supply chain partners to deliver high-quality services, strong financial performance and excellent customer satisfaction. The Role You’ll be responsible for: Supporting the Contract Manager with the day-to-day delivery and financial performance of contracts Managing and motivating directly employed staff, subcontractors and supply chain partners Ensuring planned works, disrepairs and complaints are delivered efficiently and professionally Monitoring KPIs, performance and service standards, implementing improvement plans where required Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders Promoting and enforcing health & safety across all areas of the contract Carrying out toolbox talks, trade assessments and team training Leading improvement projects across quality, safety, technical performance and customer satisfaction Quoting for minor works and ensuring projects achieve a sustainable margin Managing jobs from quotation through to completion Supporting the out-of-hours management rota About You We’re looking for a proactive and commercially aware manager who can lead teams, solve problems and build strong client relationships. You’ll have: Excellent people and client management skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities The ability to support, coach and motivate teams Strong organisation and time-management skills A practical approach to health & safety Experience using Microsoft Office The ability to accurately quote works and manage projects through to completion Good knowledge of construction and maintenance materials and methods The ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight schedules A proactive approach to personal development Experience Essential: 5+ years' experience in Maintenance or Facilities Management Desirable: Previous exposure to a Contract Management role Interested? Call Harry on [phone removed] or email your latest CV to [email removed]