Contracts Lead - Social Housing & Refurbishment

RGIT Australia; West of England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice schemes

Life assurance

Wellbeing resources

Discount platform

Enhanced family leave

Recognition initiatives

Sick pay

Job summary

Cardo Group is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead social housing maintenance and refurbishment contracts across Bristol, Bath and Gloucester, primarily based at the Bristol office with an option to work from Gloucester. You will coordinate internal teams, contractors, suppliers and local authorities to ensure on-time delivery, budget compliance, and adherence to quality and safety standards.

This role offers development opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and a clear path to senior

Qualifications

• Experience in contract management within social housing, construction or property services.
• Knowledge of housing legislation, building regulations, and procurement practices.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and contractor relationships.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and CDM requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure contracts comply with statutory regulations, health and safety legislation, and internal policies.
• Manage the delivery of refurbishment and maintenance works to void properties, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Monitor contractor performance against KPIs, SLAs, and budgetary targets.
• Lead on procurement activities in collaboration with the procurement team, including tender preparation, evaluation, and contract award.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure works are completed to agreed standards.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with external contractors, residents, and internal stakeholders.
• Manage contract variations, change orders, claims, and dispute resolution processes.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management on progress, risks, and financial performance.
• Support sustainability, energy efficiency, and social value objectives within project delivery.
• Ensure resident satisfaction through effective communication and responsive service delivery.

Skills

Contract management

Project management

Budgeting

Negotiation

Communication

Health & safety compliance

Job description

Cardo Group is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead social housing maintenance and refurbishment contracts across Bristol, Bath and Gloucester, primarily based at the Bristol office with an option to work from Gloucester. You will coordinate internal teams, contractors, suppliers and local authorities to ensure on-time delivery, budget compliance, and adherence to quality and safety standards.

This role offers development opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and a clear path to senior