Contract Manager

Project Start Recruitment Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home adaptation services company in Greater London is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee project delivery and improve client satisfaction. Responsibilities include managing tenders and ensuring compliance with Health and Safety standards, as well as effective communication with clients and team members. Ideal candidates will have experience in construction and knowledge of NHF Schedule of Rates. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday + Bank

Pension scheme – Auto enrolment

Employee Assistance Programme

Life insurance

Company Car (EV) or optional car allowance

Discretionary annual performance related bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contract Manager or Surveyor within construction or home adaptations.
• Good understanding of NHF Schedule of Rates (SORs) and tender preparation.
• Knowledge of wet rooms, accessible bathrooms, and kitchen installations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site-based Health and Safety and apply for all relevant permissions.
• Produce basic CAD scheme designs based on Survey and written specifications.
• Responsible for the overall pricing and delivery of tenders.

Skills

Contract Management

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

CAD Design

Education

Full UK driving licence

Tools

NHF Schedule of Rates (SORs)

Job description

CONTRACTS MANAGER

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Our client is one of the largest specialised home adaptation companies in the UK. They help the elderly and less able to maintain independent living by offering a comprehensive range of adaptations in the home.

COMPANY USP

Comprehensive Home Adaptation ServicesOur client provides a full range of services, from simple modifications like installing grab rails to complete home redesigns. This comprehensive approach ensures that all aspects of a client's needs are addressed, promoting safety and comfort within the home.

Specialization in AccessibilityWith a focus on accessibility, our client team offers expert consultancy and design services to create environments that support independent living. Their expertise ensures that adaptations are both functional and compliant with relevant standards.

Experience with Diverse ClienteleOur client has a proven track record working with local authorities, commercial entities, and private individuals. This diverse experience allows them to understand and meet the unique requirements of various clients, ensuring satisfaction across different sectors

JOB PURPOSE

Due to continued expansion, we are now looking for an experienced Contract Manager / Surveyor. Working autonomously as well as within the wider contracts team, you should be commercially and operationally astute, able to take responsibility for preparing tenders, preparing price summaries from Schedules of rates (SORs), producing specifications and creating CAD scheme designs based on Occupational Therapist's recommendations. Work closely with Supervisors and dedicated administrators to manage workloads to ensure client’s needs and requirements are adhered to. (CAD skills advantage but not essential as training can be given).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee site-based Health and Safety and apply for all relevant permissions, e.g., Planning, Building Control, and build-over agreements.
• Scrutiny of PL for each project and contract. To work closely with allocated Supervisory site staff. Previous experience with disability design and the Equality Act 2010 would be an advantage but not essential.
• Understand / interpret written specifications and have the technical know-how / understanding of how existing services and structures can impact the design.
• Produce basic CAD scheme designs based on Survey and written specifications.
• Responsible for the overall pricing and delivery of tenders through Schedule of Rates (SORs) or individually priced tenders, therfo0re experience of working with NHF SORs is essential.
• Valuation and final account agreements with Clients and Subcontractors.
• Overseeing installations of wet rooms and accessible kitchens, together with whole house adaptations projects from site set up through to completion.
• Overall management of the site teams with the assistance of the Supervisor.
• Responsible for the commercial delivery of the projects.
• Interim valuation and final account agreement.
• Sub-contractor payment approval and control.
• Problem resolution of disputes with clients and Sub-contractor.
• Communication skills with high-level clients, Occupational Therapists and End Users. IT skills required with WORD and EXCEL experience required
• Any other duties as reasonably required

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience as a Contract Manager or Surveyor within construction or home adaptations
• Good understanding of NHF Schedule of Rates (SORs) and tender preparation
• Knowledge of wet rooms, accessible bathrooms, and kitchen installations
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Confident using Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic CAD (training can be provided)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and ensure commercial delivery
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

SALARY / BENEFITS

• £52,000 - £55,000 Doe
• 25 days holiday + Bank
• Pension scheme – Auto enrolment
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life insurance
• Company Car (EV) / optional car allowance
• Discretionary annual performance related bonus scheme.

You will be part of a friendly and busy team.

3-month probationary period

Monday – Friday, 8 hours per day