Contracts Manager

Daniel Owen Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee social housing contracts in South London. You will manage project milestones, maintain client relationships, and ensure compliance with health & safety standards. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of contract management experience in the social housing sector. This permanent position offers a competitive salary between £80,000 – £90,000.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in contract management in social housing.
• Solid understanding of construction industry standard contracts.
• Proven ability to manage and implement health & safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management of social housing contracts to meet milestones.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure commercial performance.
• Lead and manage contract teams, conducting performance reviews.

Skills

Excellent communication and leadership abilities

Proactive, solution-focused with a 'can-do' attitude

Strong commercial acumen and business awareness

Education

BSc in Construction Management

IOSH

SMSTS

NVQ Level 6

Tools

MS Projects

Job description

Contracts Manager (Social Housing)

South London

Permanent Position

Salary: £80,000 – £90,000

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee and deliver social housing contracts across South London. This role requires a strong focus on managing contracts efficiently, maintaining high standards of customer and client satisfaction, ensuring compliance with health & safety, and driving operational excellence within a social housing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Management: Oversee the management of social housing contracts, ensuring all project milestones are met within budget, time, and quality standards.
• Client Liaison: Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, understanding and fulfilling their requirements.
• Project Mobilization: Oversee project start-up, ensure comprehensive and accurate reporting, and track the progress of all contracts.
• Financial Management: Monitor cash flow, ensure commercial performance, and maintain profit margins for all contracts.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to all internal quality management systems, health & safety protocols, and relevant forms of contract.
• Team Management: Lead and manage contract teams, conducting regular performance reviews and ensuring staff development.
• Supplier & Subcontractor Management: Work closely with supply chains, ensuring work is completed as per specifications and maintain regular performance reviews with subcontractors.
• Health & Safety: Ensure the completion of health & safety plans, risk assessments, and method statements, and maintain a "Safety First" culture.

Required Experience

• Industry Knowledge: Over 5 years of experience in contract management, specifically within the social housing sector (planned and reactive repairs & maintenance).
• Contract Understanding: Solid understanding of construction industry standard contracts.
• Project Programming: Strong programming skills and familiarity with MS Projects.
• Health & Safety: Proven ability to manage and implement excellent health & safety practices.

Qualifications

• Essential: BSc in Construction Management (or equivalent), IOSH, SMSTS, NVQ Level 6 (or equivalent).
• Desirable: Additional certifications in construction or health & safety.

Skills & Qualities

• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Strong commercial acumen and business awareness.
• Proactive, solution-focused with a "can-do" attitude.
• High integrity and strong character to enforce company policies.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact in the social housing sector, we'd love to hear from you