Contracts Manager

ARC Group; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ARC Group, a social housing contractor, seeks an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee refurbishment and planned maintenance across residential projects in Wisbech.

The role focuses on delivering works safely, on time, and within budget, while maintaining high workmanship and customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have social housing experience, SMSTS, and a full UK driving licence, with strong coordination skills.

Qualifications

• Experience as Contracts Manager in social housing projects.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Deep knowledge of planned refurbishments and health & safety.
• Full UK Driving Licence and SMSTS certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage social housing refurbishment and maintenance contracts.
• Oversee site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure programmes and budgets are met.
• Monitor health and safety compliance across sites.
• Liaise with clients, tenants, and internal management.
• Produce progress reports and attend client meetings.
• Maintain high workmanship and customer service standards.
• Manage RAMS, site audits, and compliance docs.

Skills

Contracts management

Social housing

Communication

Organisation

Health & safety

Driving licence

SMSTS

Education

Relevant construction qualifications

Tools

RAMS

Site audits

Compliance documentation

Job description

Job Title: Contracts Manager
Job Type: Permanant Full time
Location: Wisbech
Rate of pay: GBP50,000 per annum DOE + car allowance

We are currently seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join an established social housing contractor delivering refurbishment and planned maintenance works across residential housing contracts.

The successful candidate will oversee multiple projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage social housing refurbishment and maintenance contracts
• Oversee site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Ensure projects are delivered in line with programme and budget
• Monitor health & safety compliance across all sites
• Liaise with clients, tenants, and internal management teams
• Produce progress reports and attend client meetings
• Ensure high standards of workmanship and customer service
• Manage RAMS, site audits, and compliance documentation

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Contracts Manager within social housing
• Strong knowledge of planned works and refurbishment projects
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple sites and teams effectivelyGood understanding of health & safety regulations
• Full UK Driving Licence
• SMSTS certification essential

Desirable

• Experience working with local authorities or housing associations
• First Aid qualification
• Relevant construction qualifications