Contracts Manager - Council Frameworks

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

Job summary

A leading contractor in the UK is seeking a Contracts Manager for a major council framework in North London. This role involves managing a wide range of refurbishment projects, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while working closely with council stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience managing multiple projects within the social housing sector, with clear pathways for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience at Contracts Manager level.
• Experience in managing multiple projects/contracts within a framework model.
• Strong background in external/social housing refurbishment.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of framework projects from pre-start to completion.
• Overseeing external and structural refurbishment schemes.
• Liaising directly with council stakeholders.

Skills

Client relationship management

Project management

Leadership

Health & Safety compliance

Education

NVQ Level 6 or 7 in Construction Management

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

CSCS (Black or Academically Qualified White Card)

Asbestos Awareness

Tools

MS Projects

Job description

Contracts Manager Council Frameworks
GBP70,000 GBP80,000 + 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. GBP2 3 million of work per year consisting of individual projects ranging from GBP10k to GBP500k 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 fa??ade 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 (GBP10k GBP500k) 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 Sam Taylor on (phone number removed) or submit your CV today.