Contracts Manager

Niyaa People Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Career progression

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to make a difference in社会

Job summary

Niyaa People Ltd is recruiting a Contracts Manager to join a respected social housing group in Peterborough, overseeing major maintenance, refurbishment and capital works across the housing stock.

You will manage contractors, monitor contract performance, and ensure works are delivered safely, on time and within budget, while striving for high-quality housing services for residents.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Contracts Manager, Contract Manager, or senior project management role.
• Experience managing planned maintenance, refurbishment, capital works or similar construction programmes.
• Strong knowledge of contract management, construction, procurement and commercial processes.
• Experience managing contractors and monitoring contract performance.
• Excellent health & safety knowledge, building regulations and housing legislation.
• Strong financial management and reporting skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience in social housing or similar public-sector environment would be advantageous.
• A relevant construction, surveying, property or project management qualification would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Managing the delivery and performance of planned maintenance, refurbishment, and capital works contracts.
• Overseeing contractors to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Managing contract performance, costs, programmes, variations, and commercial outcomes.
• Building and maintaining relationships with contractors, consultants, residents, internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Monitoring project progress through meetings, site visits, inspections and performance reviews.
• Ensuring contracts comply with legislation, health & safety, building regulations and policies.
• Reviewing specifications, programmes, valuations, variations and contractor performance.
• Producing accurate reports and management information to support governance and decision-making.
• Identifying risks and opportunities and implementing actions to ensure successful delivery.
• Driving continuous improvement and ensuring residents receive high-quality service during works.

Job description

We are recruiting aContracts Managerto join a respected social housing group in Peterborough, overseeing the delivery of major planned maintenance, refurbishment, and capital works programmes across the housing stock. As aContracts Manager, you will be responsible for managing contractors, overseeing contract performance, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme, and within budget. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you can have a genuine impact on the quality of residents' homes and the delivery of high-quality housing services.

What's on offer

• Salary: £64,000 - £67,000 per annum
• Full-time permanent position
• Excellent pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to make a real difference within social housing

Contracts Manager key responsibilities

• Managing the delivery and performance of planned maintenance, refurbishment, and capital works contracts
• Overseeing contractors to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Managing contract performance, costs, programmes, variations, and commercial outcomes
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with contractors, consultants, residents, internal teams, and external stakeholders
• Monitoring project progress through regular meetings, site visits, inspections, and performance reviews
• Ensuring contracts comply with relevant legislation, health & safety requirements, building regulations, and organisational policies
• Reviewing specifications, programmes, valuations, variations, and contractor performance
• Producing accurate reports and management information to support effective governance and decision-making
• Identifying risks and opportunities and implementing appropriate actions to ensure successful contract delivery
• Driving continuous improvement and ensuring residents receive a high-quality service throughout the delivery of works

The successful Contracts Manager will have

• Previous experience working in a Contracts Manager, Contract Manager, or senior project management position
• Experience managing planned maintenance, refurbishment, capital works, or similar construction programmes
• Strong knowledge of contract management, construction, procurement, and commercial processes
• Experience managing contractors and monitoring contract performance
• Strong understanding of health & safety, building regulations, and relevant housing legislation
• Excellent financial management and reporting skills
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Experience working within social housing or a similar public-sector environment would be highly advantageous
• A relevant construction, surveying, property, or project management qualification would be desirable

If you're an experiencedContracts Managerlooking to join a respected social housing group in Peterborough, with a salary of £64,000 - £67,000 and the opportunity to lead important housing investment and maintenance programmes, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.