Contracts Manager Social Housing

M & K Consult Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable contractor in Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee planned works within the social housing sector. The role involves managing multiple projects, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and maintaining high-quality service. Candidates should bring a proven track record in social housing, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a solutions-focused approach. The position offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and opportunities for career progression within a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits package

Car / allowance

Career progression opportunities

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager with social housing background.
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects effectively.
• Solid knowledge of compliance and health & safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple planned works schemes in social housing.
• Lead and support Site Managers and delivery teams.
• Manage budgets and programme delivery.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Health and safety knowledge

Project management

Job description

Contracts Manager

Planned Works (Social Housing)

Location: Yorkshire

Salary / Package: Competitive salary, £75-80 (DOE) + car / allowance + benefits

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager with a strong background in planned works delivery within the social housing sector? This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable contractor who is actively developing and expanding its business across the region.

We're looking for like-minded, ambitious individuals who can bring energy, organisation, and a hands‑on leadership style to manage multiple projects and drive service excellence. You'll take full ownership of live schemes, support operational teams, and ensure high standards of safety, quality, and customer care.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple planned works schemes including roofing, kitchens & bathrooms, windows & doors, externals, and compliance works
• Lead and support Site Managers and delivery teams to achieve programme milestones
• Build strong relationships with clients, local authorities, housing associations, and resident groups
• Manage budgets, commercial performance, KPIs, and programme delivery
• Drive health & safety excellence across all sites
• Report weekly progress, risks, and commercial updates to senior leadership

Must Have

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager (or Senior Site Manager stepping up) in social housing planned works

Strong stakeholder management

• Clear, professional communication and the confidence to engage with clients and residents
• Able to lead from the front, motivate teams, and manage multiple live projects
• Highly organised, proactive and solution-focused
• Solid knowledge of compliance, H&S legislation, CDM, and quality standards
• Full UK driving licence

Whats On Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits package
• Car / allowance
• Long-term Yorkshire-based pipeline
• Genuine career progression as the business continues to grow
• Supportive culture where high performers are recognised and rewarded