_{22nd August, 2025}

Are you a Contracts Manager, seeking a new permanent job within affordable housing maintenance?
My client has an immediate opportunity for an External Contracts manager to join their Property Services Team on a permanent basis.
The successful applicant will be responsible for the specification, procurement, management and delivery of a variety of externally led contracts under the Planned Works programmes.

Responsibilities:

• Specify, produce and manage programmes of work for cyclical compliance requirements across the operational area
• Ensure all works are executed in accordance with Financial and Procurement regulatory requirements.
• Ensure work packages to be tendered are comprehensive in terms of scope, specification and quality standards to deliver value for money.
• Instigate tendering or framework principles to procure suitable contractors in the delivery of works. Employ appropriate forms of contract where required.
• Ensure all works are procured and undertaken in accordance with CDM and all other Health & Safety requirements.
• Progress all works orders and contractor invoice payments to completion in a timely manner maintaining robust financial control.
• Monitor delivery of projects against agreed outputs and financial performance providing updates on monthly progress
• Carry out inspections to ensure all works are delivered in accordance with agreed specification and quality standards ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation and policies and procedures.
• Undertake and document regular meetings with contractors, suppliers and consultants. Address any issues of performance implementing strategies for improvement where required.

Requirements:

• Qualified to HNC level in a building related discipline and / or demonstrable experience of working in a similar role within a housing association or contractor.
• Knowledge of relevant statutory obligations related to the construction industry and housing sector e.g., CDM & Asbestos regulations.
• Experience of creating, procuring, and managing contracts for building works and related services.
• Commercially astute with the ability to demonstrate best value in decision making.
• Must hold a full driving licence with access to a vehicle. Will require business insurance for use in connection with the role and a willingness to travel across all geographical areas

To apply, please attached a copy of your CV

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