Contracts Manager

Londinium Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic contracting firm in North London is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee a major council framework. The successful candidate will manage multiple refurbishment projects, ensuring quality and safety standards are met while liaising with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience and a strong background in external/social housing. This role offers a competitive salary of £70,000-£80,000 plus benefits and the potential for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience at Contracts Manager level.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects/contracts (£10k-£500k).
• Strong background in external/social housing refurbishment.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from pre-start through to completion.
• Oversee external and structural refurbishment schemes.
• Liaise directly with council stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship building

Health and Safety compliance

Education

NVQ Level 6 or 7 in Construction Management

Tools

MS Projects

Job description

Contracts Manager - Council Frameworks £70,000-£80,000 + package

North London

Are you a Contracts Manager looking to take ownership of a long‑term, high‑value framework? This is a rare opportunity to lead a major partnership with a major Council – with full autonomy and a chance to lead from the front.

The Company
Our client is one of the fastest growing social housing contractors in the UK. Known for delivering high‑quality residential and education refurbishment projects, they are now the sole contractor appointed to deliver works across one of London’s largest frameworks.

With approx. £2‑3 million of work per year – consisting of individual projects ranging from £10k to £500k – this is a prime opportunity to lead from the front and build something substantial.

The Opportunity

This is a partnering contract with a Local Council. You’ll be the dedicated Contracts Manager overseeing a wide range of structural, external, roofing and fabric repairs – managing live projects and shaping the future of the framework. With the right performance, you’ll have a direct path to step up into an Operations Manager role.

Key responsibilities

• Full ownership of the framework, managing projects from pre‑start through to completion
• Overseeing multiple external and structural refurbishment schemes across the Borough
• Managing delivery teams, commercial input and supply chain performance
• Liaising directly with council stakeholders under a partnering model
• P&L responsibility across all projects within the framework
• Ensuring H&S, resident liaison, quality and client satisfaction are always prioritised

The work involves

• External brickwork and concrete fabric repairs
• DOFF cleaning and façade treatment
• Window and door replacements
• FRA works – including communal fire doors, loft partitions and fire stopping
• Roofing – both pitched and flat systems
• Liquid waterproofing (balconies/walkways)
• Balcony balustrade replacements
• Landscaping and cast iron RWG replacements
• External decorations and general fabric repairs

Ideal candidate

• Strong background in external/social housing refurbishment, ideally on occupied properties
• Proven experience managing multiple projects/contracts (£10k‑£500k) within a framework model
• Able to build trusted relationships with clients and lead from the front
• Minimum 5 years’ experience at Contracts Manager level, ideally for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor

Qualifications required

• SMSTS
• CSCS (Black or Academically Qualified White Card)
• First Aid at Work
• NVQ Level 6 or 7 in Construction Management (or equivalent)
• Asbestos Awareness
• MS Projects trained (preferred)
• CIOB membership (desirable but not essential)

Working set‑up

• 1 day in our office
• 1 day per week in the Local Borough office (partnering model)
• The rest of the time on‑site

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a big impact on a long‑term framework and take the next step in your leadership journey. You’ll have the support, autonomy and structure to thrive – all within a high‑growth, forward‑thinking contractor.

To find out more or apply, contact Colleen Murray on (phone number removed) or submit your CV today.