Technical Specification Manager - Westminster

Pertemps; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a Technical Specification Manager to lead the development of performance-based specifications for various housing-related contracts. This role is crucial for shaping service delivery in Housing Services and involves collaborating with stakeholders to ensure clarity and compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in contract management and a strong understanding of technical specifications. Join a dynamic team that values your expertise and offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Dedicated Consultant

Easy Online Registration

Ongoing Compliance Management

Prompt Payroll

Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in managing contracts and developing specifications.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders and support procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the redrafting of specifications and commercial models for housing contracts.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and support procurement processes.

Skills

TAC-1 Contract Management

FAC-1 Contract Management

JCT Contract Management

NEC Contract Management

National Housing Federation Schedule of Rates

Technical Specification Development

Stakeholder Engagement

Procurement Process Support

Education

Professional Membership (MCIOB, RICS)

Job description

Job Title: Technical Specification Manager

Location: Westminster City Council – Hybrid (Regular Office Attendance Required)

Contract: Interim Assignment

Westminster City Council is seeking an experienced Technical Specification Manager to lead the redrafting of specifications, commercial models, and employer’s requirements for a broad range of housing-related Term Partnering Contracts. These include:

1. Repairs Voids
2. Mechanical and Electrical
3. Lifts
4. Aids and Adaptations
5. Major Works
6. Domestic Heating

We’re looking for professionals with relevant technical expertise to support the development of clear, performance-based specifications and contract documentation. This work is critical to shaping the future of service delivery in Housing Services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, update, and redraft specifications and employer requirements for various technical contracts.
• Translate service and operational needs into robust, performance-driven contract documentation.
• Create clear commercial cost models and schedules of rates aligned to specifications.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with industry standards, regulations, and legislative requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including the programme team and operational contract managers.
• Support procurement processes, including responding to clarifications, evaluating tenders, and embedding new ways of working post-award.
• Provide training and support to staff on new contract terms and documentation.

Key Skills and Experience:

• In-depth experience developing and managing contracts using TAC-1, FAC-1, JCT, and NEC forms.
• Strong understanding and application of the National Housing Federation Schedule of Rates.
• Proven ability to develop complex technical specifications and commercial documentation.
• High attention to detail to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency across documents.
• Collaborative working style and ability to engage effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience supporting procurement processes and advising on contract implementation.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Professional membership such as MCIOB, RICS, or equivalent (not essential but beneficial).

Why Choose Vitalis?

Vitalis Social Care is a social work recruitment agency committed to public service principles and excellent customer service. Our benefits include:

• A dedicated consultant with access to all Social Work roles across the UK.
• An easy online registration process.
• Ongoing compliance management.
• Prompt payroll and more.

Referral Scheme:

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Further Information:

If this role isn’t suitable, we also recruit for other social work positions such as IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC, Children’s Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Adult Social Work, and management roles. Contact Mia Isherwood at [e-mail] or call 07974 416413 for more details.