Job Description

We adopt a 'name blind' approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made - please note that this also includes any CV uploaded. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.

Organisation

Kirklees

Directorate

Place

Service Area

Development

Hours

37

Number of Jobs

1

Location(s)

Across Kirklees

Position type

Permanent

Grade

10-11

Salary

38,220 - 44,075

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in public service by managing high-value contracts that shape the future of our school estate?


We're seeking two proactive and detail-oriented Contract Management Officers to join our Schools Public Private Partnership (PPP) Contracts Team. In this pivotal role, you'll work closely with schools, project companies, and facilities management providers to ensure our PPP contracts deliver value, compliance, and excellence--both now and as they approach expiry.

What You'll Do

Act as the Council's representative and advocate for schools in all PPP contract matters


Ensure effective delivery, monitoring, and administration of contracts across the school estate


Support the Council's strategic approach to the expiry of PPP contracts, including planning and transition activities


Build strong relationships with stakeholders and navigate competing priorities with professionalism and tact


Identify opportunities for savings and efficiencies in contract delivery and procurement


Monitor budgets, manage payments, and maintain accurate financial records


Administer and record contract variations in line with detailed specifications

What We're Looking For

Strong technical knowledge of contract and facilities management


Experience working within education or public sector environments


Excellent negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills


A keen eye for detail and a commitment to compliance and value for money


Ability to manage sensitive issues with diplomacy and sound judgment


Join us and help shape the future of our schools through smart, strategic contract management--now and into the next chapter.

Scott Deacon

is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.

We know there's a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email:

jobs@kirklees.gov.uk

or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for 'Recruitment'.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing date

17 November 2025, 11:55 PM