Contract Manager

Fortus Recruitment Group; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 52,200 - 63,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Benefits package

Job summary

Fortus Recruitment Group is recruiting a Contracts Manager for a leading property services contractor in Yeovil. The role focuses on responsive repairs, voids, damp & mould, disrepair, and adaptations, overseeing a busy social housing contract and ensuring customer service while meeting KPIs.

You will manage a team of 4 Supervisors, oversee around 65 responsive repair jobs per day and 12 void properties per week, coordinate with operations and commercial teams, reduce WIP and manage

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as a contractor or main contractor.
• Experience managing Responsive Repairs within Social Housing.
• Strong operational and commercial management experience.
• Experience leading supervisors, direct labour, and subcontractors.
• Good understanding of KPIs, WIP management, SOPs, PPP, CDM and CPP.
• Strong leadership, communication and data analysis skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operational and commercial performance of a large responsive repairs contract.
• Manage approximately 65 responsive repair jobs per day and 12 void properties per week, coordinating with subcontractors and client teams to hit KPIs.
• Lead a team of 4 Responsive Repairs & Voids Supervisors and build strong client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

KPI management

WIP management

Contract management

Job description

Contracts Manager - Responsive Repairs

Location: Yeovil (Hybrid - 3-4 days office/site based)

Salary: Up to £58,000 + Benefits

We are recruiting for an experienced Contracts Manager to join a leading property services contractor delivering a long-term social housing framework.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in Responsive Repairs to take responsibility for the operational and commercial performance of a busy social housing contract. You'll oversee the delivery of responsive repairs, voids, damp & mould, disrepair, and aids & adaptations, ensuring excellent customer service while achieving contractual KPIs.

Managing a team of 4 Responsive Repairs & Voids Supervisors, you'll oversee approximately 65 responsive repair jobs per day and 12 void properties per week. You'll work closely with operational and commercial teams to reduce WIP, improve performance, manage subcontractors, and build strong client relationships.

About You

• Minimum 5 years' experience working for a main contractor.
• Essential experience managing Responsive Repairs within Social Housing.
• Strong operational and commercial management experience.
• Experience leading supervisors, direct labour, and subcontractors.
• Good understanding of KPIs, WIP management, SOPs, PPP, CDM and CPP.
• Strong leadership, communication, and data analysis skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

In return, you'll join a well-established contractor offering a long-term framework, hybrid working, a supportive team environment, and genuine opportunities for career progression.

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