Job Description
Utilities Contract ManagerSloughTemporary 6 Months+Full time - HybridAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Utilities Contract Manager to join a Local Authority in Slough, overseeing multi-million-pound energy contracts across a diverse property portfolio.THE ROLEYou will be responsible for managing the council's utilities contracts for electricity, gas, and water across over 6000 properties, streetlighting, and 135 general fund assets. Oversee the expenditure of circa £3.5 million across utilities contracts, ensuring billing accuracy and value for moneyLead the procurement of a new Energy Broker by March 2026, including scope creation, framework identification, and full tender processCollect, analyse, and benchmark energy data to support planning, forecasting, and KPI performance monitoringProduce and present monthly spend updates and annual business cases for political approvalDevelop and implement energy risk management and mitigation strategiesWork collaboratively with Housing, Property, and Sustainability teams to keep asset records accurate and ensure contract alignmentDevelop a 5-year energy strategy for the authorityTHE CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing large and complex public sector energy projects and contracts. Proven experience overseeing energy contracts across multiple assets and contract typesDemonstrable success in running public sector energy procurement exercisesSkilled in modelling energy usage and cost data for accuracy and forecastingStrong analytical and reporting capabilities with political stakeholder engagementExperience delivering value through contract performance management and energy strategy developmentTHE CONTRACT 37 hours per week, Monday to FridayHybrid working, 3 days per week office basedTemporary 6 months, likely for extensionThe pay range for the role is £550.00 per hour LTD company rate.
The PAYE equivalent is £468.88 per hour, inclusive of holiday.HOW TO APPLYIf interested in this role please apply via the link to discuss the role in more detail!If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!TPBN1_UKTJ