Category Manager- Hard FM
JOB_53440074725929Job type
TemporaryLocation
BirminghamWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
ProcurementIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£500 per day (inside IR35)
Category Manager, Hard FM, Construction, Local Government, Interim, £500 per day, Inside IR35, Hybrid
Job Opportunity: Category Manager – Hard FM
Contract Length: 6 months (with potential for extension)
Day Rate: Up to £500/day (inside IR35)
Location: Hybrid – 1 day per week on-site in Birmingham
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 6 months (with potential for extension)
Day Rate: Up to £500/day (inside IR35)
Location: Hybrid – 1 day per week on-site in Birmingham
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
We’re seeking an experienced Category Manager – Hard FM to join a busy Local Authority procurement team on an interim basis. This is a hands-on, operational role, ideal for a self-sufficient professional who thrives in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.
You’ll lead end-to-end procurement activity for a range of construction works and professional services projects, ensuring compliance with internal governance and public procurement regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead procurements across: new housing developments and regeneration schemes; highways and transport infrastructure; schools infrastructure and other property and works-related procurements
- Develop and implement procurement strategies
- Conduct market engagement and tender processes
- Draft and review governance reports
- Chair moderation sessions and support evaluations
- Prepare contract documentation and manage modifications
✅ Essential Requirements
- Local Authority procurement experience
- Extensive Hard FM category experience
- Completion of the TPP 10-module course (PA23 deep-dive highly desirable)
- Strong working knowledge of public procurement regulations
- Proven ability to manage complex procurements independently
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and governance skills
If you’re a confident procurement professional with a strong track record in Local Government and are ready to hit the ground running, we’d love to hear from you.
What you need to do now
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Category Manager- Hard FMJOB_534400747259292025-09-182025-12-17
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