Contract Project Manager – Brighton

Brighton, Sussex
Compass Group UK

Are you an experienced FM leader ready to take ownership of a complex, high-profile contract? We’re looking for a skilled FM Contract Project Manager to oversee Hard FM services across three educational establishments and a communal facility, ensuring exceptional service standards and full compliance with contractual and statutory obligations.

This is a pivotal role leading the contract through to the PFI handback in March 2028, with responsibility for strategic lifecycle planning, asset stewardship, operational performance and customer excellence. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, excel at building strong relationships, and can deliver results with commercial awareness, we want to hear from you.

The Role

As the FM Contract Project Manager, you will be accountable for the efficient delivery of Hard FM services, including:

Key Responsibilities

• Hard FM Operations: Deliver and oversee all electrical, mechanical, fabric and building maintenance services, specialist subcontractors, asset condition surveys, lifecycle planning and helpdesk functions.
• Team Leadership: Lead, support and motivate contract staff, ensuring strong performance management, development and mentoring across the team.
• Project & Lifecycle Management: Plan and deliver Variation and Lifecycle Project Works safely, efficiently and within budget.
• Financial Management: Own the project P&L including budgeting, forecasting, cost control and lifecycle expenditure.
• Contract Compliance: Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations, reporting requirements and record-keeping. Identify and resolve non-conformances to drive continual improvement.
• Client Relationship Management: Build strong, positive relationships with clients, stakeholders and on-site teams, ensuring the highest level of customer service.
• Subcontractor Oversight: Manage subcontractors through structured performance reviews, ensuring delivery meets contractual, operational and financial expectations.
• Health & Safety Leadership: Maintain a safe working environment, carry out risk assessments, oversee investigations, and ensure full statutory compliance.
• Quality & Environmental Standards: Ensure all services are delivered in line with quality and environmental policies, addressing any non-conformities promptly.

About You

We’re looking for someone with a strong background in FM leadership who can deliver operational excellence while maintaining a proactive approach to customer service and contract performance.

Essential Experience & Knowledge

• Extensive FM management experience, ideally 10+ years at senior level
• Proven track record managing complex service contracts
• Strong people management capabilities with experience leading professional teams
• Excellent IT skills, including MS Office
• Health & Safety experience and ability to conduct detailed audits and investigations
• Solid project management experience
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate reports and present complex information
• Knowledge of SFG20
• Experience of AP and RP structures

Desirable

• PFI experience, particularly in education environments
• NEBOSH qualification
• BIFM membership/qualification
• Fire safety, legionella management or CDM experience
• Additional project management qualifications

Personal Qualities

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational abilities with excellent prioritisation skills
• Commercially astute with strong analytical abilities
• Customer-focused with a proactive mindset
• Highly motivated, flexible and able to work independently
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to take the lead on a major education-focused facilities management contract, steering it through its final stages towards a successful handback. You’ll have the autonomy to shape service delivery, lead an engaged team, and work closely with clients to drive meaningful outcomes.

If you’re driven, collaborative and ready for your next career challenge – apply today.

We ensure you’re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

As part of Compass you’ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK’s biggest businesses.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!