Contracts Manager

Construction Resources; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned business with a rich history is seeking a Contracts Manager for their social housing sector. The successful candidate will oversee multiple projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, managing site teams, and promoting best practices throughout the construction processes. This role provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to community-focused housing developments.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in contract management.
• Experience managing multiple social housing projects.
• Knowledge of construction standards and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Managing operational site teams.
• Implementing health & safety procedures.
• Managing project resources and maintaining project programmes.

Skills

Planning

Decision-making

Organizational skills

Education

SMSTS qualification

First Aid at Work certification

Asbestos Awareness

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our client is a family-owned, well-established business specializing in:

• Housing
• Build
• Development and retrofit

An exciting opportunity for a Contracts Manager has arisen within their social housing sector.

The scope of works includes kitchen and bathroom refurbishments, re-wires, window and door replacements, EWI works, external works, and social housing decarbonisation schemes. Previous experience in this type of work is essential.

Role and responsibilities

• Managing operational site teams
• Implementing health & safety procedures to industry-leading standards
• Managing delivery in accordance with regulations, contract documentation, and standards
• Maintaining and reporting on project programmes
• Participating in initiatives to improve working practices
• Adhering to company policies and promoting company values
• Attending pre-start meetings and liaising with internal teams
• Managing project resources, including labour, materials, plant, fleet, subcontractors, and supply chain
• Reviewing and approving subcontractor valuations with the Quantity Surveyor
• Managing relationships with clients, design teams, and consultants
• Organizing and chairing contract close-out meetings

To be considered

• Proven track record in contract management
• Experience managing multiple social housing projects from start to finish
• Knowledge of construction standards, legislation, and quality delivery
• Strong planning, decision-making, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid SMSTS qualification
• First Aid at Work certification
• Asbestos Awareness (desirable but not essential)