Property Contracts Officer

Service Care Solutions; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector client based in Warwickshire is seeking a Property Contracts Officer to manage capital and revenue contracts for housing and corporate property. The ideal candidate must have NVQ Level 4 in a relevant discipline and experience in contract administration and procurement procedures. This full-time temporary role offers £23 per hour Umbrella LTD (Inside IR35), providing an opportunity for quick employment in a structured and rewarding environment.

Benefits

Referral bonus of £250

Potential for ongoing work opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 4 in a relevant construction/property discipline.
• Relevant construction, surveying or contract management qualification is required.
• Continuous professional development evidence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital and revenue contracts ensuring compliance and quality.
• Act as Contract Administrator and oversee contractor performance.
• Manage procurement processes and develop specifications.

Skills

Contract administration

Procurement procedures

Communication skills

Customer-focused skills

Project management

Education

NVQ Level 4 in relevant construction/property discipline

Construction/surveying/contract management qualification

Job description

Job Description

A client within the Public Sector based in Warwickshire is currently recruiting for a Property Contracts Officer to join their Capital Investment Team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full‑time, temporary position on an ongoing basis, with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority housing / corporate property environment.

The Role

Key purpose of the role is to manage capital and revenue contracts (up to circa £2m) to ensure the Council’s housing and corporate property assets are maintained to a high standard, with works delivered in line with contract conditions, legislation, quality requirements and budgetary controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Contract Administrator under JCT contracts and ensure compliance with terms and conditions
• Manage procurement processes, develop specifications and tender documentation
• Monitor contractors’ performance, quality of workmanship and customer satisfaction
• Manage budgets, valuations, invoices and financial records for allocated programmes of work
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015, Building Safety Act 2024 and asbestos legislation
• Liaise with internal teams, consultants, contractors and the Clerk of Works to deliver programmes successfully

The Candidate

To be considered for this role you will require :

• NVQ Level 4 in a relevant construction / property discipline (or willingness to work towards)
• Relevant construction, surveying or contract management qualification
• Evidence of continued professional development

The below skills would be beneficial for the role :

• Proven experience in contract administration using JCT suite of contracts
• Strong knowledge of procurement procedures within a local authority
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and customer-focused skills
• Strong financial, IT and project management skills
• Methodical approach with excellent record-keeping abilities
• Good knowledge of housing, capital works and statutory compliance

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £23 per hour Umbrella LTD (Inside IR35) (approx. £18 per hour PAYE).

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 or call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967.

Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus

If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.