Senior Contracts Manager

EQUANS; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and facilities management company is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to oversee multiple occupied social housing projects across Harrow, Hertford, and Enfield. This full-time permanent position offers a competitive salary, vehicle, bonus, and generous benefits including 25 days annual leave and professional development opportunities. Candidates must demonstrate a strong background in retrofit and cladding, with the ability to manage site teams effectively and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Benefits

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary

Employee discount shopping schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Corporate social responsibility days

Learning opportunities and support programmes

Employee Referral Rewards Scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing multiple occupied housing projects.
• Strong background in retrofit, cladding, or external refurbishments.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple live contracts throughout their lifecycle.
• Manage high-value projects including retrofit and SHDF schemes.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Contract management

Project management

Client communication

Team leadership

Negotiation

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Equans is looking for a Senior Contracts Manager to join our team in Harrow, Hertford, and Enfield, working across a portfolio of occupied social housing sites. This is a full-time permanent role. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle, bonus and benefits package.

What will you deliver?

Oversee multiple live contracts (typically 23 sites at a time), from handover through to final completion and the Defects Liability Period

Manage high-value projects including cladding, retrofit, and Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) schemes

Provide project direction, consistency, and leadership across site teams

Collaborate with Contract Managers to manage contract programmes, SHEQ plans, and resource allocation

Support pre-construction activity including tender interviews and bid information

Ensure effective site setup including licenses, permits, and inspections

Make weekly site visits to assess programme progress, H&S compliance, paperwork, quality control, and resident feedback

Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the contract lifecycle

Mentor and support Contracts Managers, Site Managers, and Supervisors

Ensure compliance with Equans SHEQ strategy, and uphold the highest standards of health & safety and operational excellence

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package, which includes:

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary

Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers

Cycle to work scheme

2 corporate social responsibility days per year

Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications and personalised support programmes

Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme

Access to our growing employee networks

24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are you?

A proven Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager with experience overseeing multiple occupied housing projects

Strong background in retrofit, cladding, or external refurbishments

Able to manage site teams, drive project success and ensure SHEQ compliance

Skilled at liaising with residents and resolving site-level concerns

Strong commercial awareness and ability to influence and negotiate

Confident communicator, both verbal and written, including client presentations

Experience with contractors such as United Living, Wates, Mullaley, or Greyline

Holds a full UK driving licence and willing to travel

*This role is not suited to candidates with only new build experience.*