Air Conditioning Contracts manager
You’ll manage contractors, lead planned and reactive programmes, and ensure all works meet legal, technical and brand standards. This role suits someone who thrives in a multi‑site environment and brings strong technical knowledge, commercial awareness and exceptional stakeholder management.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the end‑to‑end management of AC contracts across a large retail estate
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Oversee planned maintenance, reactive repairs and asset lifecycle programmes
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Manage contractor performance, SLAs, KPIs and compliance documentation
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Ensure all HVAC works meet statutory requirements, including F‑Gas, H&S and building regulations
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Coordinate site access, scheduling and communication with store managers and FM teams
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Review technical reports, diagnose issues and approve remedial works
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Support energy‑efficiency and decarbonisation initiatives across the estate
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Manage budgets, quotations, variations and cost control
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Lead continuous improvement across AC systems, performance and contractor delivery
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Provide technical guidance to internal stakeholders and support wider FM projects
What We’re Looking For
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Strong background in HVAC, air‑conditioning or refrigeration contracts management
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Experience managing multi‑site retail, commercial or FM portfolios
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Solid understanding of F‑Gas compliance, H&S and statutory requirements
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Confident managing contractors, performance and commercial agreements
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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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Strong organisational ability with a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset
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Ability to interpret technical reports and make informed decisions
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Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the estate